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Beyond Linear Time: The "Quantum Anchor" Method For Deep Healing with Dr. Aaron Tabacco

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Time may not be as fixed as we experience it, and the way we relate to it shapes how we heal, remember, and move forward. In this second part of a two-part conversation, Amy continues with returning guest Dr. Aaron Tabacco to explore quantum presence, a perspective that expands awareness beyond the present moment into a more interconnected experience of past, present, and future. Together, they examine how emotionally charged moments become what Aaron describes as quantum anchors, experiences that remain accessible across time through the energy that created them.

As the conversation unfolds, memory, trauma, and emotional awareness are reframed through a more expansive lens, offering a new way to understand both the weight of the past and the possibility of healing. What emerges is a grounded yet powerful insight: we are not as bound to linear time as we believe. With greater awareness, we can intentionally anchor meaningful moments, revisit them, and even allow a future version of ourselves to bring comfort to the present. The result is a deeper sense of agency, connection, and trust in our own unfolding experience.

Moments That Create Momentum:

1. Rethinking What Time Really Is – Explore the idea that time may not be linear and how that shifts perception and awareness.

2. The Concept Of Quantum Presence – Understand how presence can expand beyond the current moment into a broader field of experience.

3. What Quantum Anchors Reveal About Memory – Discover how emotionally charged moments create lasting connections across time.

4. Trauma And The Body’s Experience Of Time – See how PTSD reflects a deeply embodied form of nonlinear time awareness.

5. Emotional Energy As A Bridge Across Time – Learn how emotion activates memory and shapes how moments are accessed and revisited.

6. Creating Intentional Moments Of Meaning – Recognize how awareness allows you to consciously hold onto meaningful experiences.

About the Guest:

Aaron Tabacco, PhD, has spent more than thirty years guiding people through growth and change, often in complex and high-stakes environments. He currently serves as the Director of Staff Experience at a major academic health sciences university. With a background spanning nursing, neuroscience, education, coaching, and mediation, his work centers on helping individuals and organizations navigate identity, connection, and transformation with greater clarity and care.

Known for his grounded presence and compassionate communication, Aaron works with students, clinicians, faculty, executives, and senior leaders across healthcare and other industries. His approach integrates relational depth, reflective practice, and a commitment to creating more humane, integrated ways of working and living. He works in San Francisco, California, and lives in Vancouver, Washington, where he continues a lifelong engagement with writing, music, and the landscapes of the Pacific Northwest alongside his husband and three adult sons.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-tabacco-phd-83359b9/

https://lucusgroup.com/home

https://substack.com/@aarontabacco?r=b5ap9&utm_medium=ios

https://www.youtube.com/@CirclesEdges

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Empathic Distress, Identity, And The Hidden Cost Of Helping with Dr. Aaron Tabacco

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0400

There is a tension beneath helping others that most people never question. What feels like empathy can sometimes be driven by something deeper, a need to resolve our own discomfort, stabilize our identity, or feel whole through someone else’s experience.

In this first part of a two-part conversation, Amy reconnects with returning guest Dr. Aaron Tabacco to explore empathic distress, the hidden patterns of fixing, and the concept of “leaky identity.” Together, they unpack how even our most well-intentioned actions can unintentionally center ourselves, reshaping how we understand empathy, leadership, and emotional responsibility. The conversation invites a more grounded, sustainable way of showing up for others without losing ourselves in the process, creating space for clarity, awareness, and a more honest form of connection.

Moments That Create Momentum:

1. The Hidden Cost Of Fixing Others – See how the instinct to help can unintentionally disrupt growth and silence others’ experiences.

2. Understanding Empathic Distress – Learn how emotional overwhelm often reflects internal discomfort rather than external responsibility.

3. What “Leaky Identity” Really Means – Explore how identity becomes dependent on others’ responses and why that creates instability.

4. The Shadow Side Of Being An Empath – Uncover how empathy can become self-serving when it is tied to validation and worth.

5. Why Compassion Is Not The Same As Empathy – Gain clarity on the distinction that allows for presence without depletion.

6. Social Conditioning And The Role Of Caretaking – Recognize how cultural and gender dynamics shape patterns of over-responsibility.

About the Guest:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-tabacco-phd-83359b9/

https://lucusgroup.com/home

https://substack.com/@aarontabacco?r=b5ap9&utm_medium=ios

https://www.youtube.com/@CirclesEdges

About Amy:

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/create-magic-at-work

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnEm4h3fUgaq8qgvZpz6dGg

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The Five Secrets to Effortless Creativity & Innovation with Rachel Efron

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Creativity is not a talent reserved for a few, it is a resource that determines how fully we engage with our work, our ideas, and our lives. Amy is joined by songwriter, producer, and creativity coach Rachel Efron to explore a powerful shift from seeing creativity as something you either have or lack to understanding it as a relationship that must be resourced and tended. Through the lens of five essential elements—inspiration, courage, discipline, rest, and connection—a new framework unfolds for navigating burnout, problem-solving, and leadership. When one of these resources is depleted, creativity stalls, but when restored, clarity and momentum return naturally. The result is a grounded, actionable way to access innovation that feels less like effort and more like alignment.

Moments That Create Momentum:

1. Creativity as a Root Cause – Reframe common workplace struggles as symptoms of a deeper disconnection from creative energy.

2. The Five Creative Resources – Discover the essential elements that sustain creative flow and where depletion disrupts momentum.

3. Why Rest Fuels Innovation – Understand how lack of rest limits vision and why recovery is a direct path to clarity.

4. Discipline Reimagined – See how creative discipline differs from traditional productivity and requires responsiveness, not rigidity.

5. Courage Over Confidence – Learn why creating despite doubt is more powerful than waiting to feel ready.

6. Solving Problems Through Resourcing – Shift from forcing solutions to identifying what internal resource is missing.

About the Guest:

Rachel Efron is an Oakland-based songwriter/producer. She’s released four full length albums of original songs in her signature jazz-tinged art pop style, and toured extensively on both coasts. She produces song-centered albums for artists ranging from pop to jazz to folk to rock, and has a particular affinity for working with developing artists. She has written songs for artists as diverse as R&B legend Narada Michael Walden and stadium rock band Journey.

In 2011 Rachel became obsessed with helping other artists write songs. She taught Songwriting at The Berkeley Jazzschool for ten years, gave countless talks and workshops for various arts organizations, started Songwriting Salon, an incubator for committed songwriters, and is a premier songwriting coach for artists around the world. In 2022 Rachel recognized the more extraordinary calling of helping artists — and others — access greater creativity in their lives. She developed a comprehensive methodology for creative development and launched the iPhone creativity app, Muzi.

https://www.rachelefron.com/creativity

About Amy:

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The Creation of Magic Thread Media and the Rise of Conscious Leadership

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Recently I had the pleasure of joining Sandra Bargman on The Edge of Everyday for a conversation about voice, vision, and the courage it takes to bring ideas into reality.

We explored the path that led from corporate leadership to founding Create Magic at Work and launching Magic Thread Media, a curated network created to support conscious voices and meaningful dialogue. Along the way we talked about spiritual intelligence in the workplace, the role of edge walkers as bridge builders during times of change, and the shift that happens when leaders stop waiting for perfect conditions and begin moving forward with what they know to be true. At its heart, the conversation is about trusting your voice, honoring the ideas that keep calling you forward, and creating spaces where those ideas can grow into something real.

Moments That Create Momentum:

The Moment Vision Becomes Action – The internal shift that happens when leaders stop waiting for perfect conditions and decide to bring an idea fully into reality.
Spiritual Intelligence in the Workplace – Explore how conversations about purpose, awareness, and inner knowing are beginning to reshape how leadership shows up in modern organizations.
Edgewalkers and the Courage to Navigate Change – Discover how bridge builders help individuals and organizations sense what is emerging and respond creatively during times of uncertainty.
Moving Forward Without Perfect Conditions – See how the pursuit of perfection can delay powerful ideas and what happens when leaders choose momentum instead.
The Power of Finding Your Authentic Voice – Learn how storytelling, podcasting, and meaningful dialogue sharpen a leader’s message and strengthen their clarity.
Building Communities Around Meaningful Work – Hear the deeper vision behind Magic Thread Media and the importance of creating spaces where conscious voices can grow and be heard.

About the Guest Host:

Sandra Bargman is an interspiritual minister, spiritual counselor, leadership coach, actor, and host of the podcast The Edge of Everyday. Seminary trained and ordained through The New Seminary for Interfaith Studies in New York City, she works with clients around the world through coaching, counseling, and workshops that explore voice, presence, spirituality, and personal transformation.

With more than three decades of experience as a professional performer, Sandra holds a BFA in drama and music from Carnegie Mellon University and has appeared in national tours, Off-Broadway productions, and regional theater across the United States. She is also the founder of Sacred Stages, a creative practice that blends storytelling, ritual, and performance to help people explore courage, connection, and the deeper questions that shape everyday life.

https://www.sandrabargman.com/

https://www.instagram.com/sandrabargman

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrabargman/

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Finding Light in Chaotic Times: A Conversation with Dr. Judi Neal

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Sometimes the most powerful guidance arrives quietly through intuition, synchronicity, and reflection. Join Amy and Dr. Judi Neal, the Founder of Edgewalkers, as they give into the Edgewalker framework and the creation of the Edgewalker card deck, a tool designed to help people navigate change while staying connected to purpose and inner wisdom. Together they discuss how symbols, affirmations, and reflective practices can reveal insight in unexpected ways. From leadership development to spiritual awareness, the discussion highlights how intuitive tools can help people reconnect with their gifts, bring creativity into their work, and move forward with clarity even in uncertain times. The message is simple yet powerful: when people learn to listen to both practical wisdom and deeper intuition, they become the kind of leaders the future needs.

Key Takeaways:

1. The Edgewalker Mindset – Discover the qualities that define people who bridge practical leadership and spiritual awareness in times of change.

2. How The Card Deck Was Created – Learn how intention, creativity, and emerging technology combined to bring the Edgewalker deck into the world.

3. The Role Of Synchronicity – Explore why seemingly random messages often arrive at exactly the right moment for reflection or decision making.

4. Symbolism As A Source Of Insight – Understand how visual symbols and archetypes can activate intuition and deeper awareness.

5. Leadership In Uncertain Times – Reflect on how spiritual grounding and community can help leaders navigate disruption and uncertainty.

6. Living Your Gifts With Purpose – See why using your gifts in service to both your life and the world creates sustainable passion and energy.

To purchase your own copy of the Edgewalker Card Deck visit https://createmagicatwork.net/shop/ols/products/the-edgewalker-card-deck

About the Guest:

Dr. Judi Neal is the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Edgewalkers International. She was the founding director of the Tyson Center for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas. Judi is recognized as an expert on spirituality in the workplace and speaks and consults internationally. She received her Ph.D. from Yale in Organizational Behavior. In 1988 Judi began teaching management at the University of New Haven. She focused her research on business leaders who have a strong commitment to their faith and spirituality, and began studying how they bridged the spiritual world and the material world of business. That led to her research on people she calls “Edgewalkers.” Judi was a co-founder of the Management, Spirituality and Religion Interest Group at the Academy of Management, as well as co-founder of the Journal of Management, Spirituality and Religion, and the International Association of Management, Spirituality and Religion. She has published widely in the field, and is a popular and inspiring international speaker. She has consulted with major organizations such as Pfizer and General Electric as well as with small entrepreneurial companies and with non-profits.

https://edgewalkers.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14345722/

https://www.instagram.com/edgewalkers

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Leaders Are Disengaging Faster Than Their Teams

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Workplace culture did not disappear. It became disconnected from the systems meant to support it. When only 21% of employees worldwide report being engaged, and managers are disengaging faster than their teams, the issue is not motivation. It is a misalignment.

In this conversation, leadership expert Tiffany Connauton challenges the outdated workplace systems, HR structures, and performance models that no longer serve a modern workforce. She explores burnout, accountability, emotional intelligence, experiential learning, and the quiet erosion of leader capacity in a “more for less” economy. The path forward is not softer leadership or looser standards. It is human leadership with accountability built in. Change does not require a revolution. It requires one percent shifts practiced consistently. That is how stability is rebuilt from the inside out.

Threads We Pulled On:

Is Workplace Culture Still Relevant? – Examine why culture is not optional and how every group of humans naturally creates an environment, whether intentional or not.
The Engagement Crisis Leaders Cannot Ignore – Understand what current workforce statistics reveal about burnout, disengagement, and the strain on managers.
Outdated Systems, Modern Expectations – Discover how legacy HR policies and performance structures may be undermining both people and profit.
Human Skills as Competitive Advantage – Explore why emotional intelligence, decision-making, and experiential learning are becoming essential leadership capabilities.
Burnout in the Age of AI – Consider how efficiency tools may be amplifying pressure instead of creating breathing room.
The Power of One Percent Change – Learn how small, consistent shifts create stability, momentum, and meaningful long-term transformation.

About the Guest:

Tiffany Connauton is the CEO of Beyond Diversity Inc., creator of Uncharted™, and co-creator of the R.E.N.E.W. Edge change management model. Her work focuses on helping organizations build the human skills needed to perform, adapt, and grow in today’s evolving business environment. Through experience-based learning and practical, people-centered strategies, she moves insight into lasting action.

Known for her trailblazing leadership in the people space, Tiffany challenges outdated workplace approaches and redefines how work gets done. She is recognized for championing the idea that human experience and strong business results are not competing priorities, but mutually reinforcing drivers of success. Across industries including mining, energy, finance, education, legal, and the public sector, she partners with leaders and teams to navigate complex change with clarity and strength.

Connect with Tiffany:

https://beyonddiversityinc.com/

www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-connauton-773a69196

https://www.linkedin.com/company/beyond-diversity-inc/?viewAsMember=true

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The Grief of What Isn’t Real: Proof of Life in the Age of AI (Part 2) with Bill Kirst

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Something is shifting again, and this time it feels subtle enough to miss. We are using AI to negotiate our bills. To draft our emails. To guide our conversations. Scripts are talking to scripts while we sit in the middle, repeating words we did not fully form ourselves.

Most of us have not stopped to ask what that does to us.

In the second part of this AI conversation, Amy and guest, Bill Kirst, go deeper into the grief of living in a world that no longer feels fully real. What happens when our conversations are optimized instead of lived? When conflict is copy pasted instead of worked through? When music moves us, only to discover no human voice ever stood behind it? When art is polished into perfection without the trembling hands that once created it?

What is the cost of editing out the pause, the breath, the crack in the voice? What happens when debate is replaced with algorithmic agreement? When we slowly outsource the friction that once shaped our character, our creativity, our leadership?

This conversation is not anti technology. It is a call to discernment. A call back to vinyl scratches and imperfect storytelling. A reminder that inspiration does not live in speed or scale. It lives in depth. In effort. In presence.

If we hand over too much of ourselves, we may wake up one day asking a harder question.

Who am I, if I no longer sound like me?

Listen closely. Notice what rises in your body. Then decide what parts of your humanity you are willing to protect.

Threads We Pulled On:

The Collapse Of Trust In A Deepfake Era – Confront the grief that surfaces when you can no longer distinguish what is real and begin questioning what you once trusted.
Creativity Without Imperfection – Consider what happens to art, music, and storytelling when machines remove the friction that gives creative work its meaning.
The Habit Of Disconnection – Notice how repeated reliance on AI tools slowly conditions you to outsource tension, conflict, and authentic expression.
Nostalgia As Resistance – Reclaim tangible artifacts and embodied experiences as a way to anchor yourself in what feels undeniably human.
The Reverse Renaissance – Envision a future where you deepen discernment, return to richer wells of inspiration, and choose to create with intention.

You can listen to Bill’s episode - AI & The Poetry of Our Existence with Bill Kirst here - https://create-magic-at-work-r.captivate.fm/episode/ai-the-poetry-of-our-existence-with-bill-kirst/

About the Guest:

Bill Kirst is an author, technology leader, podcast host, military veteran, mentor, educator and mindfulness practitioner. He has been writing stories, poems and lyrics for as long as he can remember. He hails from a long line of storytellers and educators who are deeply inspired, moved and healed by the power of the written word. Mixing in melody, chords and a chorus generate a powerful response toward healing. This is why he sees the world through a songwriter's eyes, and why his first published work was a collection of poetry. And his second book is focuses on how we hold on to our humanity in this era of AI.

In addition to writing, he hosts The Coffee & Change Podcast which went into its tenth season this year. Bill helps people thrive and break through common obstacles that seem to be holding them back so they can reach their true potential. His career as a change leader has been rewarding, impactful and inspirational, reminding him of the importance of this work, all while understanding the human condition.

Follow Bill on Substack - https://open.substack.com/pub/everward/p/the-buying-of-our-breath?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web

linkedin.com/in/billkirst

instagram.com/coffee.and.change

instagram.com/journeyeverward

About Amy:

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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnEm4h3fUgaq8qgvZpz6dGg

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They’re Buying Our Breath: Proof of Life in the Age of AI with Bill Kirst

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Something is happening in our lives, and we can all feel it. Voices can be cloned. Stories can be automated. Images can be generated. And most of us are moving through it without fully stopping to ask what that does to our humanity..

In this first part of a two-part conversation, Amy sits down with returning guest Bill Kirst to explore what it means to live in a world where we are beginning to question what is real. Bill reads from his Substack piece, The Buying of Our Breath, and the conversation goes straight to the human cost.

What happens when you discover the voice that moved you didn’t belong to a human body? When narration exists without presence? When we start editing out the very things that prove we are alive — the pause, the breath, the crack in the voice, our human “imperfections”?

The things we once tried to erase may be our last undeniable proof of life.

Take a listen. Hear the plea. Then decide for yourself — how far will we let the buying of our breath go?

Threads We Pulled On:

Rest Versus Restlessness – Explore why productivity tools promise freedom yet leave us feeling more unsettled and emotionally depleted.
The Commodification of Voice – Understand what it means when Olympic narration, news reporting, and podcasting can be replicated without the human present.
Proof of Life in Imperfection – See how coughs, pauses, filler words, and breath may become the rarest markers of authenticity.
The Grief of Artificial Reality – Recognize the subtle but profound emotional toll of discovering something you believed was real was AI-generated.
Discernment as a Leadership Skill – Consider why the future may demand deeper emotional intelligence and conscious filtering rather than faster consumption.
Rebellion Against the Autofill – Exercising discernment and agency in a culture engineered for automation.

You can listen to Bill’s episode - AI & The Poetry of Our Existence with Bill Kirst here - https://create-magic-at-work-r.captivate.fm/episode/ai-the-poetry-of-our-existence-with-bill-kirst/

About the Guest:

Follow Bill on Substack - https://open.substack.com/pub/everward/p/the-buying-of-our-breath?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web

linkedin.com/in/billkirst

instagram.com/coffee.and.change

instagram.com/journeyeverward

About Amy:

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/create-magic-at-work

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnEm4h3fUgaq8qgvZpz6dGg

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Creating Space for Many Voices: The Birth of Magic Thread Media

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Growth often begins the moment we admit the current container can no longer hold what wants to emerge. Amy shares the behind-the-scenes evolution of Create Magic at Work and the birth of Magic Thread Media, a podcast network created to give expansive voices the space they deserve. Rooted in spiritual intelligence, creative courage, and deep listening, the reflection honors what has been built while allowing form to change, making room for new rhythms, new shows, and a broader constellation of conversations. What remains constant is a commitment to conscious work, soulful inquiry, and following the discernment that says it is time.

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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnEm4h3fUgaq8qgvZpz6dGg

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How Leaders Turn Their Expertise Into Opportunity with Shauna Van Mourik

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Most professionals believe their work should speak for itself until they realize opportunity favors those who are understood, not just competent. In a grounded, candid conversation, Shauna Van Mourik explores why personal branding is no longer about self-promotion, but about clarity, connection, and translating internal value into external opportunity. Together, the discussion reframes personal brand as a deeply human practice rooted in values rather than vanity, offering leaders a realistic path to visibility that feels aligned, sustainable, and true to who they already are.

Key Takeaways:

When Competence Stops Converting – Understand why expertise alone no longer guarantees recognition, advancement, or trust.
Internal Value vs External Signaling – Learn how unseen impact creates frustration and how to bridge that gap with clarity.
Why Soft Skills Are Performance Skills Now – Discover why human connection has become a differentiator, not a bonus.
Personal Branding Without Self-Promotion – See how visibility can be built without chest-beating or burnout.
The Reality of Being Seen at Work – Explore why even high-level leaders can remain invisible inside large organizations.
Talking About What Matters – Notice how sharing what’s already alive inside you creates momentum and resonance.

About the Guest:

Shauna Van Mourik is a marketing strategist, speaker, and host of Marketing Rebels, a podcast with 150+ episodes challenging outdated marketing norms for coaches and therapists. A #1 international bestselling author and featured expert on 22+ stages and podcasts, she’s helped 100+ women service-based entrepreneurs clarify their messaging, streamline their marketing, and grow businesses that actually feel good to run. Shauna blends marketing psychology, neuroscience, and bold creativity to help clients attract aligned clients, charge their worth, and build brands that feel like home.

Website: https://www.shaunaleigh.com

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ShaunaLeighVM

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sla.marketingconfidence

Instagram: www.instagram.com/sla.marketingconfidence

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunavanmourik-slamarketingconfidence/

Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SLAMarketingConfidence

Facebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/PrettyChicken/

About Amy:

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/create-magic-at-work

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Why the Crone Was Erased & Why She’s Rising at Work

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Something breaks when devotion outpaces reciprocity, and many high-performing women do not realize the cost until the collapse is unavoidable. In this conversation, Alexandra Norris traces her journey from decades of HR leadership into a profound reckoning shaped by codependence, ambition, and identity loss. Together with Amy, she explores how care becomes self-erasure, why boundaries fail where standards succeed, and what emerges when women transition from relentless responsibility into the clarity and authority of crone wisdom. The result is an honest examination of leadership, power, fairness, and the quiet transformation that occurs when women stop managing outcomes and start standing in truth.

Key Takeaways:

When Success Becomes Self-Abandonment – Understand how high achievement can quietly evolve into emotional and financial overextension.
The Hidden Mechanics of Codependence – Learn how belief, loyalty, and knowledge can become traps rather than strengths.
Why Boundaries Fail and Standards Hold – Discover a reframing that restores personal agency without control or blame.
Fairness Versus Justice in Relationships – Gain a new lens for evaluating partnerships without collapsing into moral absolutes.
The Crone as a Leadership Archetype – See how post-caretaking wisdom offers steadiness, truth, and cultural repair.
Strategic Culture as Human Alignment – Explore how belief systems, not strategy decks, determine execution and trust.

About the Guest:

Alexandra Norris has spent 30 years building a successful HR leadership to strategic culture consultant career when everything crashed around her. Now she shares her expertise and lessons learned to (1) help executives reach $10m, $40m, and $100m ARR milestones, (2) help Gen Zers define and navigate their careers in corporate, and (3) help women transition from Mother to Crone.

www.linkedin.com/in/alexandraknorris

https://www.youtube.com/@StrategicCulturePartners-x3

www.strategicculturepartners.com

https://career-navigation-mastery-studio.mn.co/

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Finding Treasures in the Trash - New Big Things

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Finding Treasures in the Trash has always lived between what we hide and what saves us, and this moment marks its most honest turning point yet. Cari Jacobs-Crovetto shares why the show is stepping out on its own and moving to the newly formed Magic Thread Media, a network devoted to weaving conscious voices into business, creativity, and spiritual life. As she reflects on the early episodes, Cari names the deeper work that has quietly emerged: inner truth work. She explores how anxiety, shadow, and disowned parts of ourselves become survival strategies, why truth often freezes in time, and how unexamined insight can slip into self-justification and managed presence.

This episode grounds the future of the Finding Treasures in the Trash podcast in coherence and congruence, where nothing essential is pushed away and nothing is performed. This evolution invites you into a deeper relationship with yourself, where the treasure is found only by staying with what once felt unbearable.

Key Takeaways:

Truth Can’t Be Reached Through Performance – Learn why looking good, being right, and staying safe block real self-truth.
Shadow Is Adapted Truth – See how shadow reflects parts of you that learned to survive, not parts that are broken.
Why Truth Freezes in Time – Understand how safety, shame, and belonging force parts of us underground.
When Insight Turns Performative – Learn how values and spirituality lose depth when disowned parts stay hidden.
Coherence and Congruence – Discover the difference between looking aligned and actually being whole.
Why Trust Frays in Relationships – See how self-betrayal quietly erodes trust long before words do.

About Cari:

Cari Jacobs-Crovetto is a coach, secular meditation teacher, and somatic healing practitioner who blends decades of senior corporate leadership with deep therapeutic training to support meaningful personal and professional growth. After a successful career spanning global brands, media networks, consulting, and multiple Bay Area startups, she now works full-time with business leaders and individuals navigating transition, anxiety, disconnection, and the desire for deeper fulfillment. Cari offers one-on-one and relationship coaching, group work, retreats, organizational alignment, conflict resolution, and strategic future-visioning, helping clients cultivate clarity, resilience, and more conscious ways of leading and living.

https://www.bravedirections.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/carisf/

https://www.instagram.com/cari_jacobs_sf

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Trailer: Create Magic At Work

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to Create Magic At Work®.

This podcast lives at the intersection of leadership, spiritual intelligence, and quantum awareness — where leaders stop sleepwalking through inherited systems and begin leading from the edge.

Create Magic At Work® explores:

Leadership as a consciousness practice
Spiritual intelligence in real organizational life
The ripple effects of leadership on people, culture, and the planet
How leaders can sense what is emerging instead of clinging to what is familiar

If you feel called to lead differently — more consciously, more courageously, more truthfully — you are in the right place.

Subscribe and walk the edge with us.

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Why High Achievers Keep Chasing and Still Feel Unsatisfied with Harper A. Bailey

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Why high achievers keep chasing and still feel unsatisfied often has little to do with effort and everything to do with where attention is placed. In this conversation, Amy and Harper A. Bailey unpack how driven people become conditioned to equate movement with progress and achievement with worth, slowly losing connection to their internal signals along the way. They explore how performance mode, urgency, and the need to prove keep leaders stuck in a cycle of doing more while feeling less fulfilled. Rather than offering another strategy to optimize output, the discussion points inward, revealing how awareness, presence, and listening to the body restore clarity and direction. When achievement stops being the primary compass, work becomes more intentional, decisions feel steadier, and satisfaction stops living somewhere in the future.

Key Highlights

Why high achievers confuse constant movement with real progress - See how staying busy can mask a deeper lack of clarity and direction.
How performance mode quietly replaces self-trust - Understand why proving your value externally makes it harder to hear what you actually need.
Why achievement stops delivering satisfaction over time - Learn how success can lose its impact when worth becomes tied to outcomes.
How ignoring the body leads to misaligned decisions - Discover why physical signals often reveal burnout and misdirection before the mind does.
What keeps driven people stuck in urgency and pressure - Explore how the need to stay ahead prevents reflection and recalibration.
What shifts when clarity replaces chasing - Notice how slowing down creates steadier decisions, cleaner boundaries, and more grounded leadership.

About the Guest:

Harper A. Bailey is the pen name of Tiosha Bailey, a Chicago native, public health leader, and powerful storyteller who challenges the status quo. She was the first Black woman to lead a prominent national women's healthcare nonprofit, where she prioritized health equity and amplified the voices of underserved communities.

Her first book, It Was Her: A Memoir—featuring a foreword by renowned motivational speaker Lisa Nichols—invites readers into a deeply personal story shaped by loss, resilience, and transformation. Through honest and compelling storytelling, Harper explores identity, healing, and the

courage it takes to reclaim your narrative.

As a speaker, Harper brings clarity, depth, and humor to conversations about leadership, purpose, and the lived experiences of Black women. She connects with audiences through truth-telling and a passion for

Creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and empowered.

Grab a copy of Harper's book - It Was Her

www.harperabailey.com

https://www.instagram.com/harper_abailey/

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The Joy Operating System: The Hidden Upgrade You’ve Been Missing w/ Kristin Joy Ekkens

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Something shifts when joy stops being a side effect of success and becomes a conscious way of living and leading. In this episode, Amy explores the idea of Exponential Joy with Kristin Joy Ekkens, founder of Exponential Joy™ movement, and how choosing joy on purpose can transform the way we work, communicate, and show up in our lives. Together, they unpack how joy is not about bypassing difficulty, but about developing the awareness, presence, and courage to meet life honestly without losing yourself in the process. Kristin shares how exponential joy grows through small, intentional choices that reconnect you to your voice, your body, and your truth, even in high-pressure environments. This conversation invites you to rethink productivity, success, and leadership through a more human lens, where joy becomes a renewable resource that deepens connection, expands impact, and creates work that feels aligned instead of draining.

Key Takeaways:

Why Exponential Joy Is a Practice, Not a Personality Trait – Understand how joy grows through intentional choices rather than circumstances or temperament.
How Joy Changes the Way You Show Up at Work – Learn how choosing joy affects presence, communication, and how others experience you.
The Difference Between Performing and Living in Joy – See how chasing approval or productivity blocks joy and creates quiet exhaustion.
How Awareness Creates Space for Joy Under Pressure – Discover why noticing your internal state is the doorway to sustainable joy, even in demanding environments.
Why Joy Expands Impact Instead of Diminishing It – Learn how grounded joy strengthens leadership, trust, and influence rather than making work feel less serious.
Returning to Your Natural State of Joy – Understand how reconnecting to your voice, body, and truth allows joy to grow exponentially over time.

About the Guest:

Kristin Joy Ekkens is the visionary founder of the Exponential Joy™ movement and creator of the Joy Operating System (JOYOS™)—a blueprint for conscious leadership, wellbeing, and human flourishing. A TEDx speaker, executive coach, and social entrepreneur, she blends emotional and connectional intelligence, well-tech, and ancient wisdom to help leaders and creators upgrade their inner operating systems. After overcoming severe burnout and autoimmune illness, Kristin developed the EPIC Joy Codes™—Energy, Purpose, Intention, and Connection—to help others transform stress into vitality and purpose into joy. Her mission: to rewire humanity for exponential joy.

http://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinjoyekkens

https://exj.global/joyos-accelerator/

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Voices From the Edge: Closing 2025 and Stepping Into 2026

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0400

This episode is a collective pause at the edge of 2025, gathering voices from across the year to name what is quietly changing in how we lead, work, and relate to one another. Through reflections on presence, play, courage, compassion, wisdom, and humanity, the conversation invites a different way of moving forward. One that values being grounded over being rushed, connection over control, and truth over performance. As these voices come together, a deeper invitation emerges to lead with awareness, to stay human in the face of uncertainty and technology, and to step into 2026 willing to challenge old patterns while creating work that feels more alive, meaningful, and whole.

Key Takeaways:

00:55 – Paul Haas – Rediscovering presence as the doorway to meaning, aliveness, and everyday magic

03:25 – Dr. Josh Plaskoff – Healing the split between systems and soul in how organizations are built

07:09 – Tracy Clark – Using play to unlock creativity, challenge assumptions, and open new possibilities

09:53 – Doy Charnsupharindr – The quiet power of staying with someone in uncertainty instead of rushing to answers

11:36 – Marcy Moriconi – Rewriting how women relate to one another at work and what it really takes to rise

13:04 – Dr. Mark Rittenberg – Leading bravely through dialogue, storytelling, and radical kindness

17:18 – JC Carr – How simple conversations can become turning points for growth and mentorship

19:07 – Jenn Ayala – Leading as a real human being, not a role, and why trust starts there

20:19 – Brian Gorman – Moving from intelligence to wisdom in leadership and collective decision-making

23:18 – Dr. Shonna Waters – Standing at the crossroads of AI and humanity and choosing the future we’re creating

27:13 – Sandra Bargman – Ferocious compassion, self-truth, and the courage to stop betraying yourself to belong

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Ferocious Compassion: Why It’s OK to Be Disliked w/ Communication & Presence Expert Sandra Bargman

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0400

In a world that often rewards silence over truth, this conversation invites us into the radical possibility that courage can be compassionate and compassion can be ferocious. Sandra Bargman joins Amy to explore how choosing authenticity over approval transforms the way we lead, speak up and refuse the quiet self-betrayal that so many of us have normalized. Together they peel back the layers of social conditioning, especially for women and leaders, and show how the simple act of pausing, breathing and telling the truth becomes a liberating spiritual practice. This episode reminds us that real compassion begins with ourselves and that the courage to be disliked is sometimes the most loving choice we can make.

Key Takeaways:

The Paradox of Ferocious Compassion - Learn how strength and tenderness can coexist and why true compassion sometimes requires uncomfortable honesty.
Why Self-Betrayal Happens in Leadership - See how people pleasing, approval seeking and silence accumulate and undermine your integrity and confidence.
The Courage to Be Disliked - Discover why speaking your truth is an act of self respect and how developing this muscle changes every room you walk into.
Reclaiming Your Voice in Moments That Catch You Off Guard - Find approaches for pausing, breathing and responding instead of freezing, laughing it off or internalizing harm.
Confrontation as Presence, Not Conflict - Understand how facing a moment directly, without attack or avoidance, becomes a deep expression of integrity.
Practicing Boundaries With Compassion - Explore ways to assess your safety, values and intentions so you can decide when to stay, when to speak and when to walk away.

About the Guest:

Sandra Bargman helps leaders unlock truthful presence with a blend of vocal mastery, storytelling skill, and deep emotional intelligence. Drawing from decades as an actor, singer, director, and life counselor, she teaches people to express themselves with clarity, authenticity, and intention. Her holistic B.I.G. Approach brings together breath and body work, vocal strength, diction, silence, mindfulness, and story craft, giving clients the tools to communicate with confidence and purpose. Whether she’s coaching one-on-one or leading groups, Sandra guides people of all ages and professions to access their inner truth, sharpen their message, and step into bolder, more grounded communication.

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Top Gen Z Expert Dr. Andrea Mata: Why Gentle Parenting Backfired On Today’s Workforce

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Gen Z was never the problem child of the workplace as much as a mirror showing leaders how our parenting and leadership habits shaped the next wave of employees. In this conversation, Amy talks with psychologist and author Dr. Andrea Mata about why the gentle parenting movement has unintentionally fueled the youth mental health crisis and how that shows up as “the American corporate tsunami” inside our teams. You’ll hear how overfocus on feelings, avoidance of consequences, and treating kids like peers can create adults who crumble after feedback, call in sick after small mistakes, or expect promotion on day one. Dr. Mata walks leaders through a better path built on high expectations with high support, frequent coaching style check-ins instead of once a year reviews, and scaffolding that builds emotional strength instead of enabling fragility. You’ll also hear how to respond when someone calls in sick after a breakup, how to work with parents who step into workplace conversations, and how to turn your own anger and frustration into a clear sense of passion and purpose in your career.

Key Takeaways:

Why Gentle Parenting Backfired - See how overfocus on feelings and partnership parenting can weaken emotional strength in young adults at work.
Inside the Gen Z “Corporate Tsunami” - Learn why managers fire Gen Z faster, struggle with basic expectations, and feel blindsided by new workplace norms.
High Expectations With High Support - Explore how clear behavior standards plus real coaching create confident, capable Gen Z employees instead of collapse.
Feedback Without Fragility - Hear how to replace yearly reviews with short cycles, normalize discomfort, and use “exposure” to build feedback muscles.
Scaffolding Skills Instead of Saving People - Get simple tell show do steps for teaching presentations, ownership, and independence without throwing people to the wolves.
Turning Heartbreak and Hard Days Into Growth - Discover how to honor mental health days with empathy while still protecting results, planning, and team trust.

About the Guest:

Dr. Andrea Mata, PhD, is on a mission to throat-punch the youth mental health crisis and equip parents, educators, and leaders with the tools they need to raise emotionally strong kids and build resilient communities. Statistically, she shouldn’t be where she is today, growing up as the daughter of a Mexican immigrant in a gang-infested neighborhood on the Southside of Chicago. But Dr. Mata transformed her challenging upbringing into a source of strength, becoming a nationally recognized psychologist and speaker.

She is the author of The No. 2 Parenting Book: Practical Tips for the Pooped-Out Parent and a leading voice in promoting authoritative parenting: a research-backed approach that combines high expectations with emotional warmth. Her insights have been featured on CNN, The Tamron Hall Show and in The Wall Street Journal, where she offers real-world strategies for navigating parenting, behavior, and mental health with clarity and confidence.

With advanced degrees from Valparaiso University and Kent State University, Dr. Mata founded BrightSpot Families and partnered with the Anxiety Treatment Center of Greater Toledo. Known for her direct, relatable style, she delivers practical tools with just the right mix of science, humor, and real-life grit.

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Dr. Shonna Waters on What Employees Need Most to Feel Safe and Supported at Work

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Workplace angst is rising, even among high achievers, and Dr. Shonna Waters is here to explain why so many people feel unsafe, unseen or stuck in their growth. You’ll hear how security, significance and growth shape our wellbeing at work and why leaders must design cultures that support those needs. Together, we explore the risks of altitude sickness in leadership, how power can pull leaders away from the truth, and what it takes to stay connected with compassion and clarity. You also get a grounded look at AI and why people need a hopeful vision to move through this moment with confidence.

This episode invites you to rethink how you lead, how you support your team and how you create a workplace where people feel valued and able to thrive.

Key Takeaways:

Why Workplace Angst Is Rising – See what causes discomfort at work even for people who appear to be thriving.
The Three Needs Every Employee Shares – Get a clear look at how security, significance and growth shape energy and engagement.
How Leaders Lose Perspective – Spot the signs of altitude sickness and what happens when leaders drift away from real insight.
Building Psychological Ergonomics – Discover how small shifts in systems and habits create healthier, calmer workplaces.
Leading Through AI Without Fear – Explore ways to guide teams through change with clarity and a hopeful message.
Creating Cultures That Support Humans – See how connection, trust and simple daily practices help people feel respected and valued.

About the Guest:

An award-winning organizational psychologist and executive, Shonna is a recognized thought leader in HR, psychology, and business with over 100 articles, technical reports, book chapters, and books and over 100 conference talks, keynotes, and panels. With a background in consulting and executive leadership roles, Shonna has advised organizations on people strategy and transformation across various sectors. At BetterUp, she stood up and led teams in behavioral science, strategic partnerships and alliances, and executive advisory, driving research-backed insights to enhance organizational performance.

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You're Making Culture Too Hard with Todd Wuestenberg

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0400

What if the strongest culture strategies aren't crafted in boardrooms, but in breakrooms, maintenance closets, and one-on-one hallway conversations?

In this episode, Amy Lynn Durham is joined by Todd Wuestenberg, Chief Culture Officer at Haverkamp Properties, to explore how culture becomes tangible when ordinary people are empowered to create extraordinary impact.

Drawing from his agricultural roots and over two decades in leadership, Todd offers a grounded, people-first perspective on building cultures that truly care.

Together, they unpack three pivotal ideas:

Culture as Stewardship: Why true culture means caring for people, not just hitting KPIs.
From Posters to Practice: How to move from laminated values to lived behaviors through everyday recognition and leadership modeling.
Measuring What Matters: How honest, third-party culture surveys can spark real dialogue, realignment, and renewed trust across departments.

Todd and Amy also explore the power of peer-to-peer recognition, redefining the "customer" within departments, and how "work-life harmony" is the new standard for a healthy workplace.

Listen if you're ready to stop chasing performance and start cultivating purpose.

🎧 Create Magic at Work® is hosted by Amy Lynn Durham, executive coach and founder of Create Magic at Work®, where spiritual intelligence meets modern leadership.

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Culture means caring for people, processes, and the organization.
Leadership must model values, not just display them.
Peer recognition builds authentic workplace connection.
Culture starts with micro-teams, not top-down mandates.
Work-life harmony replaces outdated balance expectations.

Finding Treasures in the Trash: From Denial to Self-Devotion with Trudy Goodman

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Ever ignored your gut and paid the price?

Cari sits down with beloved teacher and mindfulness pioneer Trudy Goodman for a soul-stirring conversation about intuition, trust, and healing the parts of ourselves we've hidden away. Trudy vulnerably shares the ways denying her intuition led to deep personal pain, and how reclaiming it helped her rebuild a life of wisdom, creativity, and self-love. 🌱

The episode dives into the spiritual paradox of "no-self" vs. self-work, the nuanced dance between confidence and vulnerability, and how the practice of meditation can lead us not away from our messy truths, but straight into them. 🧘‍♀️

Trudy's stories will crack you open, make you laugh, and leave you thinking differently about what it really means to "heal."

If you're ready to start reclaiming the parts of yourself you've pushed aside, head to http://www.bravedirections.com

Follow along on Instagram @cari_jacobs_sf for more inspiration!

Additional Resources:

Follow Trudy on Instagram - @trudy_goodman
Learn more about InsightLA
Connect with Cari on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

Intuition is trustworthy. Learn to listen and retrain it.
Self-confidence grows through compassion, not perfection.
Healing is messy, ongoing, and incredibly human.
Vulnerability fosters true connection and belonging.
Meditation uncovers inner wisdom and emotional clarity.

Reimagining Work Beyond Time and Hierarchy with Brian Gorman

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0400

In a world obsessed with artificial intelligence, what if the future of work actually belongs to authentic intelligence?

In this episode, Amy Lynn Durham sits down with Brian Gorman, author of Leading Into the Age of Wisdom: Reimagining the Future of Work, to explore how leaders can reclaim humanity at the heart of business.

Together, they unpack three essential shifts:

💡 Reclaiming the Human Core: What truly separates wisdom from AI, and why empathy and discernment may be our most vital leadership tools.

🔄 Rethinking Work: How to move from time-based pay to energy- and results-driven work, and why flexibility creates more humane workplaces.

🔮 Leading Into the Age of Wisdom: What wisdom circles teach us about collective intelligence and how to lead from presence, not power.

Brian and Amy also discuss how fear of AI can become an invitation to rediscover purpose, how wisdom emerges from collaboration, and how unlearning old paradigms can open us to a more conscious, connected future of work.

Listen if you're ready to lead not to control, but to liberate.

📘 Grab Brian's book, "Leading Into the Age of Wisdom", and connect with him on LinkedIn.

🎧 Create Magic at Work® is hosted by Amy Lynn Durham, executive coach and founder of Create Magic at Work®, where spiritual intelligence meets modern leadership.

Additional Resources:

Get Brian's new book: "Leading Into the Age of Wisdom"
Connect with Brian on LinkedIn
Listen to Brian's podcast: Qonversations: Powered by Quantuvos
Learn more about Brian's work!
Connect with Amy Lynn Durham
Learn More About Create Magic at Work

Key Takeaways:

Wisdom guides how we use AI-driven intelligence.
We're entering a transformative Age of Wisdom.
Human connection and empathy are workplace essentials.
Measure productivity by energy, not hours.
Leadership thrives through shared, collective wisdom.

Stop Fixing Everything: The Courage to Let Go and Lead with Ashley Cox

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0400

What does it really mean to lead without falling into burnout?

In this episode, Amy connects with Ashley Cox, leadership mentor, author of "Transform Your Stories", and host of the Impact Ripple podcast, to unpack three common leadership traps that quietly sabotage even the most well-intentioned leaders.

✨ In this conversation, you'll hear about:

The "worker bee," "niceness," and "helicopter" traps that drain leaders
How reframing delegation as empowerment changes team dynamics
The role of self-trust in building high-performance cultures
Ashley's Fire Mapping method for getting to the root of issues
Why authenticity and human connection still outperform old-school tactics

🎧 Tune in for a refreshing reset on how to lead with clarity, courage, and compassion, without doing it all yourself.

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Delegation is empowerment, not abdication.
Leadership requires self-trust above all.
Worker bee habits lead to burnout.
Authenticity creates trust and consistency.
Clear expectations prevent recurring team issues.

Why HR Isn't the Enemy with Jenn Ayala

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

What does it really mean to be a human-first leader in HR?

In this episode of Create Magic at Work, Amy connects with Jenn Ayala, a seasoned HR executive with over 25 years of experience, to explore what it takes to transform HR from a rule-enforcer role into a people-empowering force for good.

✨ In this conversation, you'll hear about:

Why Jenn believes kindness is the core of effective leadership
How she overcame burnout and reclaimed her own well-being
The powerful impact of "holding space" for employees in crisis
What HR looks like across different generations
Why praising others, especially when unexpected, builds powerful team culture

🎧 Tune in for a raw, grounded look at the emotional side of leadership, and how HR can be the heart of your organization.

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Kindness creates trust and empowers authentic conversations
Burnout is real, self-care must be intentional
Every employee has a story worth understanding
HR must evolve into strategic, human-centered partners
Praise often and unexpectedly to build morale and trust

One Conversation Away: Hope for Gen Z with JC Carr

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

What does the future of leadership look like through Gen Z eyes?

In this episode of Create Magic at Work, Amy sits down with JC Carr — an Territory Account Manager at World Emblem, entrepreneur, and social media influencer — to explore how the next generation is reshaping business, philanthropy, and work culture.

✨ In this conversation, you'll hear about:

How JC built a successful exotic car brokerage while still in college
Lessons Gen Z is bringing into traditional industries like manufacturing
Why philanthropy and giving back are central to JC's leadership approach
Lean management principles explained in a human-centered way
JC's words of hope for Gen Z professionals navigating today's workforce
The reminder that you're always one conversation away from a different life

🎧 Tune in for a refreshing, candid perspective from Gen Z and discover what the future of leadership might hold.

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Gen Z brings fresh perspective and identifies overlooked issues.
Lean management enhances efficiency without eliminating people.
Change creates opportunities for growth and innovation.
One conversation can transform your entire career path.

Finding Treasures in the Trash: Leaning Into the Pain with Lisa Danylchuk

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

What if the parts of yourself you've tried to hide are actually the keys to your healing? 🌱

Cari sits down with her longtime friend and trauma therapist Lisa Danylchuk, founder of the Center for Yoga and Trauma Recovery and author of "Yoga for Trauma Recovery." Together, they dive deep into the messy, magical process of turning life's pain into purpose.

Lisa opens up about her experience with grief and how yoga became her lifeline, sparking a lifelong mission to help others heal through self-awareness and compassion. The two explore how even the so-called "trash," grief, shame, imposter syndrome, and the parts of ourselves we'd rather ignore, can actually hold the gold. 🧘‍♀️💛

If you're ready to start reclaiming the parts of yourself you've pushed aside, head to http://www.bravedirections.com.

Follow along on Instagram @cari_jacobs_sf for more inspiration!

Additional Resources:

Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn
Learn more about How We Can Heal
Listen to Lisa's podcast: How We Can Heal
Connect with Cari on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

Healing begins with gently approaching your pain.
Avoidance often masks deeper emotions needing attention.
Trauma recovery is unique for every individual.
Inner healing directly strengthens external leadership impact.
Self-awareness fosters genuine connection and resilience.

Your Story Matters: Love Notes for Leaders with Cynthia Gregory

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

We've all read the data on how storytelling drives connection and empathy. But what happens when people go beyond storytelling and put their most vulnerable, transformative experiences on the page?

In this episode, I sit down with Cynthia Gregory—award-winning writer, journaling advocate, and publisher of "Love Notes from the Soul" and the upcoming "Love Notes 2.0"—to talk about how personal narrative can reshape workplace culture, inspire human connection, and even shift our physical and emotional well-being.

✨ Why vulnerability on the page can create power in real life

✨ How storytelling acts as a catalyst for healing, empathy, and impact

✨ What happens when nonprofit leaders and corporate professionals share their truths

✨ The surprising neuroscience behind journaling and emotional regulation

✨ How Cynthia's own silent retreat sparked an anthology movement of everyday miracles

This one hits deep. Together we explore why "Love Notes" isn't just a book, it's a movement for more compassionate leadership.

If you've ever wondered whether your story matters, this episode is your sign.

📖 Grab your copy of Love Notes 2.0 Here > https://www.coachcynthiagregory.com/

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Vulnerability creates powerful connections at work and beyond.
Personal stories can spark healing and transformation.
Journaling improves emotional regulation and empathy.
Authentic storytelling builds compassionate leadership.
Every story shared gives others permission to share too.

Is Money Mindset Coaching Empowering Women… or Exploiting Them? with Suzanne Longstreet

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

We've all seen the programs promising to "fix" your money mindset. But are they truly helping women step into power, or just selling us the same story in a shinier package?

In this conversation with Suzanne Longstreet, master mindset coach, NLP trainer, and co-author of The Millionaire Codes, I ask the questions many of us are secretly thinking:

✨ Do women actually need more money mindset coaching, or do we need a new system altogether? ✨ How much of our struggle is "limiting beliefs" vs. systemic barriers like patriarchy and pay inequity? ✨ Why confidence often trumps competence in the workplace (and how that leads to narcissistic leaders). ✨ What it takes to stop apologizing, start owning your authority, and rewrite the rules of leadership.

This one gets real. I bring the spice, Suzanne brings the strategies, and together we unpack what it really means for women to lead, earn, and receive with clarity and confidence.

🔮 Plus: Suzanne shares insights from The Millionaire Codes, how NLP can shift trauma and phobias, and the one simple daily practice that can rewire your brain to receive more.

If you've ever wondered whether "money mindset" is a tool or a trap, this episode is for you.

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Clear mental blocks with NLP to boost confidence.
Confidence often outweighs competence in leadership perception.
NLP enables fast transformation and bold action.
Systemic barriers still limit women, often reinforced by other women.
Practice receiving. Ask for help to prevent burnout.

Red Flags, Green Flags, and Grace at Work with Kaitlyn Rios

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Red flags. Green flags. And the invisible signs of a toxic workplace that too many of us ignore until it's too late.

This episode brings you the powerful story of Kaitlyn Rios — her journey through burnout, the near-breaking point that changed everything, and the creation of Faced With Grace, her nonprofit dedicated to helping women navigate toxic work environments with courage and clarity.

🎧 Listen in as Kaitlyn and I dive into:

The subtle red flags of a toxic workplace you might be missing
The "green flags" and glimmers that point to healthy, life-giving environments
Her deeply personal turning point that sparked Faced With Grace
Practical tools to set boundaries, honor your values, and know when it's time to leave

This episode is a call to pause, take inventory of where you are, and reimagine what's possible when we lead from integrity and compassion.

If something in this episode resonates, let's turn reflection into action:

✏️ Journal on your values — are you living in alignment?
🔗 Share this episode with someone who needs the reminder that they're not alone
🧘‍♀️ Take one micro-step today to protect your energy and honor your worth

Your story matters. Your well-being matters. And together, we can create workplaces where people truly thrive.

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Red flags aren't always obvious, be sure to trust your gut.
Green flags show up as safety, openness, and alignment.
Boundaries protect energy and model healthy leadership.
Values are the compass for career decisions.
Exit with grace: protect your health and professionalism.

Finding Treasures in the Trash: The Journey to Wholeness with Henry Most

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400

What if the parts of yourself you've spent years pushing away are actually the keys to your biggest growth? 🌱

Cari sits down with Stanford professor, executive coach, and therapist Henry Most for a deep yet playful dive into shadow work. Together, they explore Carl Jung's framework for how we become our truest selves, why anxiety might just be a sign that hidden treasures are knocking at the door, and how leaders can move from constant "doing" to authentic "being."

Henry gets real about his own story, from childhood dynamics to a life-shaking crisis that became a turning point, and shares how everyday practices like pausing, breathing, and listening to the body can transform the way we live and lead.

Key Takeaways:

Shadow work reintegrates the parts of ourselves we've suppressed.
The first half of life builds ego; the second seeks authentic Self.
Anxiety can signal suppressed parts pushing to surface.
Leadership growth means shifting from doing to being.
Transformation can come through small daily practices.

If you're ready to start reclaiming the parts of yourself you've pushed aside, head to http://www.bravedirections.com.

Follow along on Instagram @cari_jacobs_sf for more inspiration!

Additional Resources:

Connect with Henry on LinkedIn

Connect with Cari on LinkedIn

Behind the Mic: 4 Years of Magic and a Bold Future

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Four years. 80+ countries. Countless conversations that have changed the way we think about leadership.

This episode takes you behind the mic — celebrating four years of Create Magic at Work®, the sparks that started it all, and where we're heading next.

🎧 Listen in as I share:

The story of how this podcast was born.
Favorite moments and guests who brought chills and tears
Why the human voice is more powerful than ever in the age of AI
What's next for leaders navigating burnout and change

This anniversary isn't just about the podcast. It's about you. Every listener, every share, every review — you've helped grow this into a global conversation.

If something in this episode resonates, celebrate with me:

⭐ Rate and review the show
🔗 Share an episode that gave you chills
🙌 Bring your own magic into the world of work

The adventure of life continues — and the boldest chapters are just ahead.

👉 Join the movement: Register here for From Exhausted to Aligned

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Wisdom and compassion are essential to curing burnout.
Human connection through voice matters, especially in the AI era.
Leadership is about authenticity, not perfection.

How To Get Rid Of Burnout & Exhaustion - A Conversation with Samm Smeltzer

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Is HR missing its heart?

For years, HR has been viewed as a rule enforcer, but what if it could be a source of healing and transformation instead?

Samm Smeltzer, HR Intuitive, visionary, and healer, joins Amy to share her journey from corporate frustration to founding The HRart Center, a restorative community reimagining the role of HR. Through her unique blend of intuition, Qigong, and leadership development, Samm helps leaders release old energy, reclaim authenticity, and bring more humanity back into work.

This is about restoring HR's true purpose: helping people thrive.

🎧 In this episode:

How Samm went from aspiring musician to award-winning HR leader and healer
Why embracing intuition changed her leadership and her work
The surprising ways Qigong helps leaders reset and show up differently
How organizations can shift from performance-only coaching to whole-person growth
Why presence, authenticity, and energy clearing are the missing links in modern leadership

✨ Ready to rethink HR's role in creating healthier workplaces?

Samm shows how leaders can integrate both strategy and spirit to create cultures rooted in presence, authenticity, and care.

📲 Learn more about The HRart Center: https://hrartcenter.com
📲 Join the Energetic Alignment event here: https://www.hrartinstitute.com/share/cXTd68bAgWX32wjv?utm_source=manual

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

HR's impact starts with the well-being of its own practitioners.
Intuition is a leadership strength, not "woo."
Qigong helps leaders release stress and reset.
Coaching should include practices that clear energy.
Servant leadership builds legacies beyond self.

From Career Trauma to Career Healing with Dr. Marie Gervais

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Is your workplace silently wounding your people?

From subtle exclusions to outright abuse, most professionals carry career wounds, but rarely have the language or tools to name them. The result? Burnout, disengagement, and nervous systems stuck in survival mode.

Dr. Marie Gervais, leadership coach, author of "The Spirit of Work," and host of the Culture and Leadership Connections podcast, joins Amy to unpack her groundbreaking TED Talk on career trauma and what leaders can do about it.

💥 This is about healing the unseen scars that keep people from thriving at work.

🎧 In this episode:

What career trauma really is (and why almost everyone has it)
How workplace loneliness and disconnection feed into deeper wounds
Practical ways leaders can "buy time" to respond instead of react
Why safety, encouragement, and emotional protection are the foundation of leadership
Simple tools, from breathwork to virtues cards, that can transform workplace culture

✨ Want more "glimmers" in your workplace?

Dr. Marie shares how noticing small moments of safety and connection can rewire our nervous systems and bring more joy back into work.

📲 Watch Dr. Marie's TED Talk on career trauma here: https://youtu.be/vRExzK9_0HQ?si=h2mxUresfGfbofbB

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Career trauma is real: Workplace wounds affect well-being and performance.
Safety first: Healing begins when the nervous system feels safe.
Pause to respond: Breath and time prevent reactive leadership.
Encourage, don't criticize: Recognition builds trust and connection.
Spot the glimmers: Small positive moments fuel resilience and joy.

The Secret Ingredient You're Missing with Samm Smeltzer

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Are your top leaders quietly burning out?

They may not say it — but you're seeing the signs: checked-out energy, decision fatigue, disengagement. And replacing them? Costs more than you think.

In this powerful episode, returning guest Samm Smeltzer, founder of The HRart Center, joins Amy to unveil a groundbreaking leadership development experience: Energetic Alignment for Leaders — a transformative new partnership between CMAW executive coaches and HRart Center energy healers.

💥 This is burnout recovery and energetic healing journey wrapped in one.

🎧 In this episode:

The real reason leaders walk away from roles they once loved
Why "work-life balance" is broken (and what to build instead)
What Qigong and Chinese medicine can teach us about leadership capacity A behind-the-scenes peek at the Energetic Alignment experience
How coaching + energy healing = the support leaders actually need

📲 Sign up at www.createmagicatwork.net to meet our team, ask your questions, and get a feel for what real leadership healing can look like.

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Recover energy before pursuing leadership growth.
Qigong + coaching boosts wellbeing and performance.
Invest early to prevent burnout.
Start with high support, then foster independence.
Alignment sustains leaders better than passion bursts.

Finding Treasures in the Trash: Making it Real with Cari Jacobs-Crovetto

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400

What if the parts of yourself you've been avoiding are actually the keys to your next big breakthrough? 🌟 In this episode, Cari takes you beyond the theory of self-discovery and into the how with a playful yet powerful five-step practice for "inner truth work."

Inspired by the mesmerizing wire sculptures of Ruth Asawa, where light and shadow merge into one stunning whole, Cari shows how embracing every part of yourself can be deeply transformative. You'll learn when to dive in, how to stay safe while exploring your inner landscape, and why your body might be your best guide for uncovering those hidden gems.

Plus, stick around for a guided meditation that turns these steps into an experience you can feel in real time. 🪞✨

If you're ready to start reclaiming the parts of yourself you've pushed aside, head to http://www.bravedirections.com.

Follow along on Instagram @cari_jacobs_sf for more inspiration!

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Shadow work reveals hidden parts of ourselves for greater authenticity.
Use the five-step process: Safety, Listening, Noticing, Expansion, Integration.
Safety and embodiment come first before deeper exploration.
The body communicates unresolved emotions through sensations.
Integration happens over time through reflection and action.

You Can't Buy Your Way to Wellbeing at Work with Chase Sterling

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400

What if the reason your wellbeing program isn't working… isn't the strategy, but how your people relate to wellbeing at work?

In this episode, Amy sits down with Chase Sterling, founder of the Wellbeing Think Tank and one of the most respected voices in organizational wellbeing. With over 20 years of experience, Chase breaks down the myths, missteps, and magic behind what actually makes workplace wellbeing work.

🎙 What's inside:

The difference between wellness programs and true workplace wellbeing
Why "all you need to do is everything" might be the most accurate strategy
What leaders at the top can do to ignite real change
A breakdown of burnout, boundary-setting, and how to stop causing harm
How Chase's nonprofit is leading with experts over influencers

If your team is wrestling with burnout or disengagement—this is the episode.

🌀 JOIN THE MOVEMENT: wellbeingthinktank.org

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Wellbeing at work is more than perks, it's about meeting real human needs.
Programs don't change culture; leadership commitment does.
Emotional energy from leaders impacts teams exponentially.
Autonomy and psychological safety are essential for thriving.
Stop chasing trends, start listening to your people.

The Leader Paths Oracle: Where Leadership Meets Synchronicity with Traycee Mayer

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Executive coach Traycee Mayer returns to share the story behind her new oracle deck. A leadership tool born from 17 years of travel, reflection, and synchronicity.

What started as a collection of paths from hikes around the world became a deck used in executive coaching rooms, leadership retreats, and company workshops. And yes! Even the most skeptical teams are responding to it.

In this episode, you'll hear:

A horseshoe in the dirt, a message from the Universe, and the card that followed
How Traycee uses the deck in 1:1 coaching and with teams
Why these cards serve as "permission slips" to speak with honesty at work
What it means to choose enchanted energy — even in seasons of struggle
Creative ways to bring sacred slowness into fast-paced workplaces

The Leader Paths Oracle isn't about bypassing difficulty. It's about noticing the signs — and leading from wholeness.

🎴 Order your deck or connect with Traycee at: https://beyouleadership.com/leaderpaths-deck

🪄 Tag us with your favorite moment @createmagicatwork and let us know what card you pull.

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Pause to notice meaningful signs.
Use cards to spark workplace reflection.
Intuition is a valid leadership tool.
Emotional insight boosts team connection.
Nature can guide professional growth.

How Smart Teams Do Change

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400

What if the reason your change initiative isn't working… isn't the strategy, but how your people relate to change?

In this final episode of the Archetypes of Change™ Solo Series, Amy wraps the entire framework with real coaching stories, team data, and a call to action for every leader.

🎙 What's inside:

A quick recap of all 5 archetypes
How one team discovered their blind spots using AOC data
A private coaching story of how an Edgewalker learned to speak to everyone on the team
Why Create Magic at Work® uses this tool in real-time leadership transitions
A challenge to apply what you've learned this summer

If your team is walking the edge of a big change—this is the episode. DM @createmagicatwork or visit createmagicatwork.net to bring the Archetypes of Change™ to your org.

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Every archetype adds value—collaboration is key.
Team data reveals strengths and blind spots.
Archetypes turn resistance into alignment.
Coaching applied the framework in real time.
Knowing your type boosts empathy and clarity.

They Can See the Future—But Are You Listening?

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400

In this final profile of our Archetypes of Change™ Summer Series, Amy Lynn Durham explores what it means to be an Edgewalker… and why your team needs them now more than ever. Edgewalkers are the visionaries who walk between worlds—grounded in reality, guided by intuition, and driven to shape the future before anyone else sees it.

You'll hear:

Why Edgewalkers often feel like outliers (and how to support them)
How Amy discovered she was an Edgewalker—and what that meant for her leadership journey
The five Edgewalker skills and qualities (this archetype is the only one with a matrix!)
How executive coaching at Create Magic at Work® helps translate visionary ideas into strategy
A powerful story about a client whose "wild ideas" ended up saving her company

If you've ever felt like you don't fit neatly into the box—and that might be a good thing—this episode is for you.

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Edgewalkers sense the future before others.
They balance intuition with strategy.
Risk-taking is core to their nature.
They often feel misunderstood or isolated.
Teams thrive when Edgewalkers are supported.

Finding Treasures in the Trash: The First Piece of Trash with Cari Jacobs-Crovetto

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400

What if the parts of yourself you've been hiding—your fears, your shame, your past—are actually your greatest source of power? In this episode of "Finding Treasures in the Trash," Cari Jacobs-Crovetto takes us on a deep dive into the shadowy stuff we usually try to ignore: shame, fear, and those not-so-glamorous childhood memories.

Cari shares her own journey from debilitating panic attacks to powerful self-awareness, proving that the parts we often want to hide might just hold the keys to our greatest growth.✨

Stick around for a grounding 10-minute meditation that'll help you feel more at home in your body… because let's face it, the real treasure is you. 💎🧘‍♀️

If you're ready to start reclaiming the parts of yourself you've pushed aside, head to http://www.bravedirections.com.

Follow along on Instagram @cari_jacobs_sf for more inspiration!

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

"Trash" symbolizes the hidden parts of ourselves we avoid.
Everyone has a shadow, and others can feel it even if we can't.
True healing starts by facing uncomfortable truths.
Shadow work is ongoing, not a one-time fix.
Meditation helps create safety within for deeper self-work.

The Person Holding Your Team Together (And Burning Out Quietly)

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Every team has one.

They don't chase the spotlight. They don't demand recognition. They just quietly carry everyone — while no one notices how much they're carrying.

They're the reason birthdays aren't forgotten. They're the one who stays late to make sure it all works. They're the first to ask: "How is this really impacting people?"

👉 But when change hits, their invisible labor stacks up… fast. 👉 And burnout starts long before anyone sees the cracks.

In this episode of the Archetypes of Change™ Summer Series, we meet The Hearthtender — the soul of stability inside your organization.

Inside:

Why Hearthtenders are the glue you can't afford to lose

The silent warning signs that leadership often misses

How executive coaching helps Hearthtenders move from quiet service to empowered influence

🔥 At Create Magic At Work®, we deploy the Archetypes of Change™ framework inside organizations to help leaders navigate change without losing their people. If you're ready to lead change the right way, let's talk.

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Hearthtenders Keep Teams Grounded: They foster connection, maintain routines, and support team morale during change.
They Lead in the Present: Focused on today's needs, they help others stay steady through uncertainty.
Unseen Risk of Burnout: Hearth Tenders may disengage if unrecognized or overburdened.
Their Voice Matters: Involving them early in change helps avoid pitfalls and boosts team cohesion.
Support Is Essential: Recognize their relational work, offer growth, and ensure they don't carry emotional labor alone.

Who's Protecting the Soul of Your Company?

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Ever felt like your team is moving so fast you're forgetting why you started?

This week on Create Magic at Work®, Amy introduces you to the Flamekeeper—a powerful Archetype of Change™ who protects meaning, mission, and memory during transformation. Flamekeepers aren't afraid of change—but they are deeply committed to keeping the soul of an organization alive.

You'll meet Layla, a nonprofit leader whose values-driven leadership helped re-center her team when evolution started to look a lot like erasure.

Inside this episode: 🕯 The difference between resisting change and protecting purpose 🕯 Why Flamekeepers are often misread as "too idealistic" 🕯 How this Archetype acts as a moral compass in messy transformation 🕯 What every leader should be asking before rolling out change

Amy also shares how Create Magic at Work® uses the Archetypes of Change™ framework in executive coaching, leadership retreats, and team development to move change initiatives forward with more alignment—and less burnout.

🎧 Tune in if: ✔ You've ever rolled your eyes at someone who "talks about the old days" ✔ You're the one constantly holding the torch for values ✔ Your company is in the middle of big change—and forgetting its roots

👉 Want to learn more about the Archetypes of Change for your organization? Visit createmagicatwork.net to connect.

Key Takeaways:

Flamekeepers protect organizational purpose, not resist change.
They hold collective memory, tell the founding stories, and anchor teams in mission.
When honored, Flamekeepers accelerate alignment and reduce resistance.
Their shadow side includes inflexibility and potential burnout from holding ideals.
Empowering them early in change processes can unify teams and preserve values.

Before You Call Them Negative… Listen to This

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Ever worked with someone who seems to always spot the risks before you do?

Maybe you've even labeled them negative, paranoid, or too intense—but what if they were actually the Guardian of your team?

In this episode, Amy breaks down the Guardian Archetype—the ones who scan the horizon for danger, ask the hard questions, and protect people and systems from harm before the rest of us know it's coming.

🛡You'll hear:

A real-world story of a Guardian in action (and how they saved the day)
What makes this archetype indispensable in fast-moving teams
How to distinguish fear-based reactions from strategic foresight
Why most people misunderstand Guardians—and how to support them better

⚡️ And if you're a Guardian yourself? This episode will feel like a deep exhale. You're not negative. You're necessary.

🎧 Tune in to learn how to work with (not against) the energy of Guardians—whether you lead one, love one, or are one.

— This is art of the Archetypes of Change™ Summer Series on Create Magic At Work®.📬 Want to bring the Archetypes of Change™ into your organization? We'd love to work with you. Visit createmagicatwork.net or email Amy at amy@createmagicatwork.net.

Key Takeaways:

The Guardian archetype sees potential risks and protects organizational integrity during change.
Guardians can be misunderstood as resistant, but their concerns are often rooted in deep care and foresight.
Teams that ignore Guardians risk repeating past mistakes or missing hidden landmines.
Guardians need to be seen and engaged constructively—not just tolerated.

Introducing Finding Treasures in the Trash with Cari Jacobs-Crovetto

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the first episode of "Finding Treasures in the Trash" 🗑✨—a brand new mini-series on Create Magic at Work!

Host Cari Jacobs-Crovetto kicks things off with her incredible story: from being nearly blind as a child, to growing up in chaos, to becoming a Forbes-recognized CMO, and ultimately turning inward to do the real work. Cari unpacks what "inner truth work" really means and why digging into your so-called "trash" might be the key to real transformation 💥.

Listen in every month for soul-grounding meditation 🧘‍♀️ and discover how even the messiest moments can lead to unexpected magic ✨.

If you're ready to start reclaiming the parts of yourself you've pushed aside, head to http://www.bravedirections.com.
Follow along on Instagram @cari_jacobs_sf for more inspiration!

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

True transformation begins in the places we often ignore or disown.
Meditation isn't just for stress relief—it's a gateway to awakened awareness.
"Inner truth work" means facing and integrating the parts of ourselves we resist.
Spiritual growth and career success are not mutually exclusive—they're intertwined.

"We Tried That and It Didn't Work": The Power of the Placeholder

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Ever been told: "We tried that and it didn't work"?

Most people hear that as resistance. But what if it's something else entirely?

In the 2nd episode of the Archetypes of Change Summer Series, Amy Lynn Durham introduces you to the Placeholder archetype—a vital, often misunderstood role in the workplace. You'll meet Teresa, a steady leader who held her team together during a messy system rollout—not by pushing forward, but by protecting what was already working.

🎧 In this episode:

What defines the Placeholder Archetype (and why every team has one)
The real reason "we tried that already" gets said—and what's hiding underneath it
How Placeholders create safety, structure, and rhythm in times of uncertainty
The risks of ignoring their wisdom—and how to engage them in change without steamrolling

This isn't a personality quiz. It's a lens for seeing your team—and yourself—more clearly. And it might just change the way you lead your next change initiative.

💼 Ready to bring the Archetypes of Change to your org? Create Magic At Work® offers transformational coaching and team experiences for leaders navigating transition.

🔗 createmagicatwork.net

Key Takeaways:

Placeholder Archetype: Focuses on stability and thoughtful change, not resistance.
Grounding Transitions: Placeholders bring practical wisdom and honor what works.
Shadow Side: Over-reliance can lead to fear, delay, or blocking progress.
Realism, Not Resistance: Caution often stems from past poor change experiences.
Leadership Insight: Understanding archetypes boosts communication and smoother change.

Rethinking Change: What Your Team Wishes You Knew

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400

In this first solo episode of the Archetypes of Change™ summer series, Amy Lynn Durham invites you to rethink everything you thought you knew about change in the workplace.

Forget the buzzwords. This isn't about forcing alignment or pushing people to "get on board." It's about something deeper: how we each relate to change—and how that's shaped by our relationship to time itself.

You'll learn:

Why change efforts often feel personal (because they are)
What most leaders miss when they try to "logic" people through transition
The 5 Archetypes of Change™—and how they show up in every team
Why giving your people language for how they move through change can transform your results
How this framework goes far beyond personality tests—and why it matters now more than ever

Whether you're leading a reorg, rolling out a new strategy, or just trying to hold the center in a rapidly evolving culture—this episode is your grounding point.

🧭 Learn more about executive coaching with Create Magic At Work® and the Archetypes of Change™ at createmagicatwork.net

📩 Reach out to Amy directly at amy@createmagicatwork.net

Additional Resources:

Connect with Rivka on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

People don't resist change—they resist being changed without feeling seen.
The "Archetypes of Change" reveal instinctive responses to transition based on time orientation.
Leading change well requires understanding—not forcing—how individuals naturally move through change.
Executive coaching rooted in these archetypes fosters trust, alignment, and innovation.
Misalignment during change is often due to misunderstanding, not resistance.

The Truth About Coaching vs. Therapy (and What You Actually Need) with Rivka Geoghegan

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Amy teams up with executive coach and former psychotherapist Rivka Geoghegan to unpack the real difference between therapy and coaching.

They dive into how each can support your growth, when to choose one over the other, and why so many founders tie their self-worth to their business.

It's a deep yet down-to-earth convo full of practical wisdom, inner critic callouts, and mindset shifts you won't want to miss.

Additional Resources:

Visit Rivka's website – Executive Coach & Therapist

Connect with Mark on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

Therapy is insight-oriented and focused on healing; coaching is action-oriented and forward-looking.
A strong sense of self is crucial for founders to avoid tying their worth to the business.
Being affected by outcomes is natural—but letting those outcomes define you is not.
A supportive relationship with a coach or therapist can help clarify your needs and direction.
Your internal narrative—especially your inner critic—shapes your experience of external events.

Ghosted, Cancelled, Disconnected: Is Love Welcome in Leadership? with Dr. Mark Rittenberg

Mon, 26 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400

In this heart-opening convo, Amy is joined by Dr. Mark Rittenberg as they dive into the radical idea that "Leadership is Love" 💖 — and why that matters now more than ever.

From ghosting and cancel culture to forgiveness and human connection, Mark shares powerful stories that will leave you inspired to lead with more courage, kindness, and presence.

It's not just a talk — it's a wake-up call for people-first leaders. 💬💡 Listen in and get ready to feel, reflect, and maybe rethink everything you know about leadership.

Additional Resources:

Watch Mark's TEDx Talk - "The Triumph of the Human Spirit"

Watch Mark's TEDx Talk - Leadership is Love: The Power of Human Connections

Learn more about the Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute

Become the CEO of Your Calendar!

Key Takeaways:

Leadership is about love — embodied through presence, empathy, and human connection.
Ghosting and cancel culture are modern forms of institutional violence that erode trust.
Real dialogue — especially the uncomfortable kind — is essential for transformation.
Coaching provides a powerful container for self-discovery and relational healing.
Kindness, forgiveness, and unconditional positive regard should guide leadership behavior.

The One Calendar Ritual That Can Heal Burnout with Steve Perkins

Mon, 19 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Ever feel like your calendar is in charge of you? 🕒

Steve Perkins—former engineer turned executive coach—joins Amy to talk all things purpose, burnout, and time freedom✨. From decoding corporate chaos to sharing game-changing calendar hacks, Steve brings real-talk wisdom and practical magic. Plus, a few unexpected tips that might even level up your relationships ❤️.

Hit play for an energizing convo that'll have you rethinking how you work—and why.

Additional Resources:

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Key Takeaways:

Block your calendar with intention—start with what matters most.
Leaders must balance wisdom and compassion to counter burnout effectively.
The way we connect should be direct, transparent, and rooted in genuine value.
Work and life are not in competition—when aligned, they can empower each other.
Purpose isn't a luxury—it's a necessity for sustainable success.

My Boss Is A BITCH with Marcy Moriconi

Mon, 12 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Why are women in leadership still labeled "bitches"—and what does that reveal about the systems we work in? In this bold and honest episode, Amy welcomes executive coach and author Marcy Moriconi to unpack the real message behind her book My Boss Is a Bitch: Changing the Paradigm of Female Leadership. Together, they unpack the invisible expectations placed on women in leadership, the unspoken patterns we inherit from outdated systems, and the real emotional toll of navigating power as a woman. Marcy shares vivid stories of 'bad apples' and 'good eggs'—and what it looks like to lead with presence, integrity, and the courage to break the mold.

Additional Resources:

Get Marcy's Book - "My Boss is a Bitch"

Connect with Peggy on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

The phrase "my boss is a bitch" is a symptom of deeper systemic issues—not personal failings
Women in leadership often feel pressure to be liked instead of respected
Toxic leadership models get passed down when we don't pause to question them
True leadership is grounded in calmness, clarity, and emotional trust
We don't have to lead the way, it's always been done—we get to choose differently

When Pushing Harder Stops Working, Do This Instead with Peggy O'Neal

Mon, 05 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400

What if the challenge you're facing is actually the doorway to everything you've been seeking? ✨

In this soulful convo, Amy Lynn chats with Peggy O'Neal—coach, speaker, and all-around wisdom dropper—about breaking up with ego goals and tuning into your inner guidance. They dive into the magic of being present, trusting your heart's desires, and why real security doesn't come from hustle (spoiler: it's already inside you 🧘‍♀️).

Big vibes. Big takeaways. Big heart. 💥💡

Additional Resources:

Reach out to Peggy @ peggy@peggy-oneal.com

Key Takeaways:

The distinction between egoic wants and true heart's desires is crucial for fulfillment
The ego can never be satisfied—true peace is found by connecting with inner stillness
Security is an illusion when sought externally—it already exists within
Conflict can be a doorway to growth when met with curiosity and self-inquiry

Service to Others: The Heart of Leadership with John Nieters

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400

In the ✨finale✨ of "The Magic Formula," Amy Lynn and John wrap it all up with the ultimate leadership flex: serving others from a place of fullness, not burnout.

From frequency alignment to red light therapy, they dive into how conscious leaders can create ripple effects of impact, without draining their energy. This isn't just about leadership—it's about legacy 💫

📅Schedule a complimentary consultation with John Nieters HERE

Ready to lead from a place of purpose and presence? Let's dive in.

Additional Resources:

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Key Takeaways:

True service stems from abundance, not lack.
Leadership is a vehicle for soul-aligned contribution.
Overgiving without energetic boundaries leads to burnout—containers and exchange are vital.
Investing in holistic employee wellbeing (PEMF, red light therapy) creates sustainable cultures.
Business can be a regenerative force when aligned with purpose.
Every action influences the collective frequency field—we're all part of a shared energetic grid.

Think You Had to Leave Your Past Behind? Think Again with Lenette Schuijt

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400

✨ Ever feel like you're living in two worlds?

Amy Lynn welcomes Lenette Schuijt—leadership coach, author, and soulful truth-teller—for a conversation that blends class, identity, and spirituality in the workplace.

From growing up on a farm to coaching CEOs, Lenette shares what it means to be a "trans-class" leader and how asking one simple question—"Where are you from?"—can create deep connection and real magic on your team 💫

Tune in and discover the power of your roots, your journey, and your unique story 💖

Additional Resources:

Learn more about Lenette and her work!

Connect with Julia on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

Class as a lens of diversity: It's time to include socioeconomic background in DEI conversations.
Transclass identity: Moving between classes isn't just a climb—it's a journey that reshapes identity.
Spiritual leadership: Authenticity and deep connection are essential for transformative leadership.
Hidden exclusion: Subtle social cues and unspoken norms can marginalize team members unintentionally.
Power of storytelling: Asking "Where are you from?" unlocks richer team dynamics and mutual understanding.

Why Intuition Deserves a Seat at the Table with Julia Holloway

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Ready to lead with more heart and strategy?

Amy Lynn is joined by Julia Holloway, Executive Coach, as they dive into what it really means to be an Edge Walker—those bold leaders who blend logic with intuition, and data with soul. 💫

From corporate shakeups to soulful pauses, Julia shares how micro moves can create massive shifts.

Whether you're leading teams or dreaming big, this convo is your dose of magic, presence, and possibility. ✨

Additional Resources:

Learn more about Julia & her work!

🌐 Learn more about Dr. Crum's Cultural Competence Series: Cultural Competence Series

Key Takeaways:

Executive presence begins with attention, reflection, and presence—not just performance.
Small practices like pausing before responding can deepen intuition and effectiveness.
Transitioning from transactional to relational leadership builds trust and impact.
Embodied leadership integrates body, mind, and intuition for greater clarity.

Why Passionate Leaders Get Misread:The Surprising Truth About How You Communicate with Dr. Melissa Crum

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400

In this enlightening episode, Dr. Melissa Crum joins Amy Lynn to unpack how intercultural conflict styles shape the way we communicate—and miscommunicate—in the workplace and beyond.

They dive into what happens when direct, passionate communication is misread as aggression, how early life experiences influence how we show up, and why rewriting the stories we tell ourselves (and others) is key to connection.

From emotional expression to healthy boundaries and the power of curiosity, this conversation is a game changer for people-first leaders 💬💡

Additional Resources:

Connect with Dr. Melissa Crum on LinkedIn

Learn more about Dr. Melissa Crum's Work

Connect with Doy on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

Communication styles are often misread—especially when emotional expression and directness are involved.
Stories we create in our heads can distort how we receive others' words and actions.
Leaders must flex their communication to build trust, not just deliver clarity.
Boundaries are about honoring both yourself and others—without resentment.
Emotional intelligence starts with curiosity, not judgment.

You Don't Have to Fake It Anymore with Doy Charnsupharindr

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400

What does authentic leadership really look like?

In this inspiring episode, Doy Charnsupharindr—CEO of Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute—joins Amy Lynn to explore how personal stories, emotional truth, and presence shape powerful leaders.

From his multicultural upbringing to coaching global execs, Doy shares why dropping the "lone wolf" mindset and embracing your own journey is the key to impact. They unpack storytelling, the importance of pausing, and how to lead with heart.

🎧 A must-listen for anyone ready to lead with authenticity and purpose ✨

Additional Resources:

Reach out to Doy: doy@berkeleyeci.com

Connect with Monika on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

Authentic leadership isn't about copying others—it's about amplifying what's true for you.
Emotional resonance in storytelling has lasting impact—people remember stories, not frameworks.
Pausing for reflection isn't a luxury—it's a leadership essential.
True mentors awaken what's already within us—they reflect, not direct.

Turn Uncertainty into Opportunity with Monika Becker

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0400

✨ Ready to unlock the magic within? On this episode, Amy Lynn chats with transformational coach Monika Becker about breaking free from self-doubt and embracing your true path.

Monika shares how the "Dalian Method" helps leaders dissolve limiting beliefs and step into confidence. She also reveals why clinging to rigid goals can block even greater opportunities from coming your way. 💡

If you've ever felt stuck, uncertain, or just ready for a shift, this episode will remind you that your heart already knows the way—you just have to listen. 💖✨

Additional Resources:

Free Wellness Consultation with John Nieters

Key Takeaways:

True leadership starts with self-awareness—your mind may set the goals, but your heart knows the way.
The Dalian Method can help leaders release limiting beliefs and self-doubt in just one session.
Clarity comes from within. Meditation, breathwork, and asking the right questions can strengthen self-trust.
Sometimes being "stuck" is just a sign that the timing isn't right yet—patience and trust are key.
Goals should be fluid—staying open to change can lead to even greater opportunities.

The 5 Biggest Well-Being & Connection Mistakes with John Nieters

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Magic Formula, John and Amy Lynn dive into the biggest pitfalls holding you back—like trying to do it all alone, getting stuck in toxic environments, and chasing success at the expense of your peace. ☮️

They share game-changing tips on protecting your energy, building powerful connections, and using tools like PEMF technology & grounding to level up your vibe.

Plus, we get real about breaking free from the burnout cycle and creating a life that actually feels good.✨

Addtional Resources:

Connect with Tracy on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

Well-being is not a solo project: Growth happens faster in the right environment.
Audit your social circle: Your energy reflects those you spend the most time with.
Material success does not equal fulfillment: Prioritize internal well-being over external validation.
Build rituals for connection: Deep relationships require intentionality.
Master networking with authenticity: The best connections come from service, curiosity, and true engagement.

The Leadership Mindset No One Talks About with Tracy Clark

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0400

What if the secret to high-impact leadership wasn't just about strategy—but something deeper, more magical?

In this episode, Amy is joined by award-winning leadership coach Tracy Clark. Together, they talk about the six key indicators of leadership success (including a surprising one: playfulness 🎠). Tracy shares how visionary founders can break free from limiting beliefs, lead with more ease, and unlock the full potential of their teams.

Ready to become a magnetic leader? Take Tracy's free Leadership Success Scorecard—it's quick, insightful, and packed with tailored guidance just for you! 👇

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Additional Resources:

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Key Takeaways:

Most leaders have a self-awareness gap—they think they're aware of their impact, but studies show only 15% actually are.
Playfulness is a leadership superpower. It fosters curiosity, open-mindedness, and experimentation—essential for innovation and growth.
Your leadership identity shapes your results. Shifting from "doing" leadership to "being" a leader at a deep level unlocks new potential.
Reframing challenges as opportunities to "play" leads to breakthroughs. Shifting from fear and rigidity to curiosity and creativity opens doors.

Why Your Best Employees Are Quietly Quitting with Philip Be'er

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Imagine a workplace where ideas flow, creativity thrives, and no one feels afraid to speak up. That's the power of psychological safety—and in this episode, we're diving deep into how to make it real!✨

Amy Lynn sits down with Philip Be'er, creator of the "Safe to Be" training program, to explore why psychological safety is the secret ingredient to high-performing teams. 💡

From decoding fight, flight, or freeze responses to balancing honest feedback with compassion, this episode is packed with insights to transform your leadership style.

Additional Resources:

Connect with Brent on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

Psychological safety is about recognizing when someone is in a fight, flight, or freeze state—and understanding how to respond with compassion.
Direct communication doesn't have to mean discomfort. Leaders must balance authenticity with awareness of how their style impacts others.
Fear often disguises itself in workplace dynamics. Learning to identify and address fear-based reactions can transform team relationships.
When people feel psychologically safe, they function at a higher level. The brain shifts from survival mode to creativity, problem-solving, and innovation.
Psychological safety is a team effort. It's not just about the leader—it's about building a culture where everyone understands and supports it.

Designing Work That Works for Humans with Brent Kedzierski

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0400

What if work actually worked for humans? 🤯

Brent Kedzierski joins Amy Lynn to talk about designing workplaces that people want to be in—not just ones they have to be in. From brain chemistry to feedback fails to the real power skills of the future (hint: robots can't compete with these), Brent breaks down what it takes to create a thriving, human-centered workplace.

If you've ever felt like work should feel better, this episode is for you! 🎧

Additional Resources:

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Key Takeaways:

Employee experience is often misunderstood. Leaders believe they're offering clarity, but employees often experience confusion and frustration.
Feedback must balance care with candor. People need honest, actionable input—delivered with respect and intent to help them grow.
Brain chemistry plays a role in workplace motivation. Work should be designed to naturally trigger positive brain chemicals like dopamine and serotonin.
Power skills are the future. With automation handling routine tasks, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration are becoming the most valuable human skills.

The Success Trap: Why Smart People Stay Stuck with John Nieters

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Growth isn't optional—it's a universal law. 🌱

In this episode of The Magic Formula, Amy Lynn and John dive deep into what it takes to cultivate a true growth mindset.

Are you a Grower, a Floater, or a Sinker? The answer shapes your future.

John shares game-changing insights on overcoming fear, embracing failure as feedback, and stacking small daily wins to create unstoppable momentum.

If you're ready to break through barriers and step into your next level, this conversation is a must-listen! 🎧

Addtional Resources:

Free Wellness Consultation with John Nieters More from The Magic Formula podcast Connect with Amy Lynn Durham Learn More About Create Magic at Work More on PeopleForward Network Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

Growth is a universal law—you're either evolving or declining.
The three types of people: Growers (evolving), Floaters (stagnant), and Sinkers (resisting).
Your words shape your reality—replace "I can't" with "I can't yet."
Momentum creates flow state—stack small daily wins to accelerate success.
Reframe fear—failure is just feedback, and discomfort is where real growth happens.

The Future of HR: Balancing Data Analytics & Human-Centered Leadership with Sarah Katherine Schmidt

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0400

How do you blend data, intuition, and human connection to create high-performing teams? ✨

Amy Lynn is joined by Sarah Katherine Schmidt, VP of Customer Experience at PeopleLogic, as they dive into why gut instinct alone isn't enough (and how to refine it!), the real cost of turnover (hint: it's more than $$$), how AI can elevate HR—without losing the human touch, and the secret to keeping employees engaged beyond perks

If you're a change-maker or bridge-builder, this episode is packed with insights just for you! 🎙️💡

Additional Resources:

Connect with Sarah Katherine on LinkedIn

Learn more about Peoplelogic

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Key Takeaways:

Balance data with humanity – Metrics matter, but without qualitative insights, they can mislead.
Gut instinct vs. Higher Self – Leaders must recognize if decisions are driven by fear or wisdom.
Pay matters more than perks – Without financial stability, engagement initiatives won't work.
AI is a tool, not a replacement – AI enhances efficiency but cannot replace human connection.

Beyond Employee Experience: Quantum Leadership for the Future of Work with Josh Plaskoff

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0400

What if leadership wasn't about control but about co-creating? What if organizations could embrace paradoxes instead of forcing either-or decisions? 🌀

In this episode, Dr. Josh Plaskoff returns to Create Magic at Work to explore Quantum Leadership—a fresh, bold way of leading that's rooted in possibility, connection, and transformation. 🌟

Join Amy Lynn and Josh as they dive into how uncertainty, relationships, and visioning (not just vision statements!) can unlock a whole new level of innovation, engagement, and magic at work. ✨

Additional Resources:

Connect with Josh on LinkedIn

Learn more about Interhuman Group!

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Key Takeaways:

Quantum Leadership challenges the either-or approach in business, advocating for a both-and mindset.
Traditional organizational models are rooted in classical physics assumptions that don't account for the complexity of human relationships and leadership.
Leaders should engage employees in visioning, not just communicate a top-down vision.
Organizations thrive when they balance the machine (efficiency, structure) and the community (people, engagement).
True innovation emerges when we embrace uncertainty and rethink our assumptions about control and leadership.

Leadership in Concert: Flow, Presence, and Creative Mastery with Paul Haas

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Today, Amy Lynn is joined by visionary composer and conductor Paul Haas, as he shares his journey of battling anxiety to discovering Sensate Yoga, a powerful practice that helps leaders regulate stress and truly feel their surroundings. 🎶✨

He shares how conducting an orchestra mirrors great leadership—where trust, vision, and deep listening create harmony. And if you've never thought about how space shapes your energy, prepare to see your environment in a whole new light!

This episode is packed with insights that will help you lead with heart, navigate stress like a maestro, and bring more artistry into your everyday life.

Tune in and let the magic unfold! 🪄

Additional Resources:

Connect with Paul on LinkedIn

Learn more about Paul Haas!

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Key Takeaways:

Sensate Yoga is a sensory meditation practice that helps leaders regulate stress and cultivate presence.
Leadership is like conducting an orchestra—you provide vision and perspective, but you trust others to play their part.
Fully engaging the senses—listening, tasting, feeling—heightens awareness and creativity.
Being present in your physical space and acknowledging your environment fosters connection and mindfulness.

How Busy Leaders Can Cultivate Fulfilling Relationships with Seyyida

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Step into a world of soulful connection in this special Create Magic at Work episode! Seyyida shares transformative insights on commitment, forgiveness, and the art of "dancing the dance" in relationships.

Guided by Amy Lynn, this heartfelt conversation explores how self-awareness and intention can turn relationships into mirrors for growth and healing.

Tune in to discover how to build deeper, more meaningful connections and truly create magic in your partnerships. ✨

Additional Resources:

Listen to the original episode!

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Key Takeaways:

Self-Awareness is Foundational: Understanding your core values, preferences, and areas for growth is critical before entering or deepening a relationship.
Relationships are Mirrors: They reflect areas within ourselves that need healing or growth.
Forgiveness and Grace: These practices are vital for healing and building deeper connections.
Changed Behavior as the Best Apology: Acknowledge past hurts, reflect, and adjust behavior to build trust and harmony.

Master Your Emotions & Elevate Your Decision Making with John Nieters

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Step into the magic of Emotional Mastery! ✨

In this episode, Amy Lynn and John Nieters explore simple yet transformative tools like drinking water with intention, reframing negative thoughts, and even using colors to spark creativity. Discover how mastering your emotions can unlock deeper connections and greater impact in your life.

It's time to sprinkle a little magic into your day! 🌈💫

Addtional Resources:

Free Wellness Consultation with John Nieters

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Key Takeaways:

Self-Awareness is Foundational: Emotional mastery begins with physical intelligence—hydration, nourishment, and mindfulness set the stage.
Reframing Negative Thoughts: Practice shifting your inner narrative to cultivate grace and resilience in personal and professional contexts.
Harnessing the Power of Colors: Surrounding yourself with colors aligned with your goals (e.g., orange for creativity, green for compassion) can amplify emotional states.
Emotional Management Tools: Simple actions like praying over food, using structured water tools, or pausing before reacting can significantly improve emotional control.

Boost Performance With Somatic Practices with Lauren Dike

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Get ready for some magic! ✨

Amy Lynn welcomes somatic practitioner and DEI consultant Lauren Dike to explore how tuning into your body can transform stress, heal trauma, and unlock your true potential. From workplace wellness to empowering Black women, Lauren shares simple, magical tools to regulate your nervous system and create connection.

Whether you're a leader or just feeling stuck, this episode is packed with insights to help you shine. 🌟

Additional Resources:

Connect with Lauren on LinkedIn

Connect with Amy Lynn Durham Learn More About Create Magic at Work

Key Takeaways:

The Body's Role in Stress: Addressing stress through the body is essential, as 80% of the stress response is physiological.
Signs of Stress: Recognizing physical cues like fidgeting, disengagement, or exhaustion can help identify a dysregulated nervous system.
Practical Tools: Simple practices like rubbing your hands, shaking off tension, or expanding your visual focus can calm stress quickly.
Healing Trauma: Somatic techniques can help address workplace challenges and intergenerational trauma, fostering resilience and empowerment.

The Secret to Releasing Stress, Serving Others, & Healing Yourself with Kristina Escalante

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0400

In this heartfelt episode, Amy Lynn welcomes her lifelong best friend, Kristina Escalante, a gifted Reiki practitioner and life coach. Together, they explore how energy healing can help leaders release stress, restore balance, and show up as their most aligned selves.

Discover the magic of Reiki, the power of self-care, and simple steps to ignite healing and transformation in your personal and professional life.

🎧 Listen now and unlock your inner magic! ✨

Additional Resources:

Reach out to Kristina: klebewell@gmail.com

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Key Takeaways:

Reiki restores balance and facilitates self-healing, crucial for leaders navigating stress.
Leaders who prioritize self-care inspire their teams to show up authentically and energetically.
Small actions, like mindful breathing or moments of gratitude, can start your healing journey.
Permission to pause and heal is a gift every leader should give themselves.

Release, Reflect, Reset: Creating Magic in 2025

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Kick off 2025 with intention and inspiration!

Amy Lynn is sharing practical tools and reflective exercises to help you release what no longer serves you and set powerful intentions for the year ahead. From letting go with purpose to aligning with your core values, this episode is all about creating space for growth, clarity, and connection in 2025.

Let's create magic together! 🌟

Additional Resources:

Get the Create Magic at Work Activity book + more!

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Key Takeaways:

Full Moon Reflection: Use this natural cycle as a powerful moment to reflect, release, and create space for new opportunities.
Ritual for Letting Go: Writing and burning a list of what no longer serves you can symbolically and practically clear mental clutter.
Intention Setting: Aligning intentions with values fosters consistency and clarity in leadership and life.
Values Alignment: Authoring your values helps you navigate decisions with inner peace and authenticity.

Re-release: AI & The Poetry of Our Existence with Bill Kirst

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0400

🎉 Birthday Rewind! 🎉

Amy Lynn teams up with Coffee and Change creator Bill Kirst in this re-release episode that's all about blending human creativity with AI innovation!

From the magic of poetry and slow progress to Bill's moving recital of We Fight the Autofill, they explore how to keep humanity at the heart of tech. Dive into thought-provoking insights on AI ethics, individuality, and staying real in a digital world.

It's the perfect episode to celebrate Amy Lynn's big day—don't miss it! 🎂✨

Additional Resources:

Work with Amy Lynn and the Create Magic at Work team!

Listen to the orignal episode!

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Key Takeaways:

Preserve Humanity in AI: Use AI intentionally to enhance, not replace, human creativity and individuality.
Creativity is Irreplaceable: Poetry and other human crafts are unique expressions that AI cannot replicate.
Mindful AI Integration: Approach AI with higher consciousness, focusing on its implications for humanity.
Combat Loneliness with Connection: Recognize the emotional voids AI might fill and prioritize meaningful human relationships.
Value Human Imperfection: The future will cherish handcrafted, imperfect creations over machine-made replicas.

Life Purpose and Vision: Aligning for a Fulfilling 2025 with John Nieters

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0400

✨Ready to unlock your magic for 2025?

In this episode of The Magic Formula, John and Amy Lynn dive into life purpose, vision, and how to turn reflection into transformation. With tips on mindfulness, journaling, and daily affirmations, this conversation is packed with actionable insights to help you align with your highest truth and step boldly into the new year. 🌟

Let's make 2025 your most magical year yet! 🎇

Addtional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Purpose Emerges from Reflection: Pain can be a teacher, but purpose can also surface through mindfulness and slowing down.
Daily Intention-Setting Matters: Small, consistent rituals like journaling or morning affirmations build momentum for larger goals.
Vision is Fluid: Life purpose and vision aren't static. They evolve with time and require reflection and flexibility.
Alignment is Key: Actions aligned with values lead to fulfillment and clarity.

Your Workplace Questions Answered: Strategies for Success

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0400

In this special episode, Amy Lynn is teaming up with Shawn Comboy — Executive Leadership Coach — to answer listeners' most pressing questions regarding the workplace. Listen as they discuss certain dilemmas that keep people from reaching their full potential:

✨ Cutting through the noise to focus on what matters most.

✨ Turning conflict into harmony and innovation.

✨ Scaling growth without losing balance.

✨ Breaking free from career stagnation and unlocking potential.

Discover how clarity, connection, and a touch of courage can transform your workplace and beyond!

Additional Resources:

Connect with Shawn on LinkedIn

Listen to Shawn + Amy Lynn's original episode

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Key Takeaways:

Prioritization: Align with leadership to clearly identify top priorities and set boundaries to focus on what truly matters.
Conflict Resolution: Approach workplace disagreements with curiosity, vulnerability, and a "we" mindset to build stronger team connections.
Scaling Effectively: Empower your team with achievable goals, and foster synergy between sales and operations to drive growth.
Career Advancement: Reflect on what you truly want, communicate openly about your goals, and seek opportunities for growth—within or outside your current organization.

Recognizing and Responding to Injustice at Work with Taylor Crabill

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Amy Lynn welcomes Taylor Crabill, a dedicated advocate and Employment Law Attorney for workplace fairness and justice.

Together, they dive into recognizing subtle signs of discrimination, how to address them proactively, and the transformative power of building equitable workplace systems. Taylor shares actionable insights for employees and employers alike, offering a fresh perspective on creating work environments where everyone can thrive. ✨

Additional Resources:

Connect with Taylor on LinkedIn

Check out Taylor's YouTube page

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Key Takeaways:

Be Proactive: Start documenting potential issues early and seek expert advice before situations escalate.
For Employers: Implement systems and policies to address discrimination and retaliation transparently and fairly.
Cultural Shifts: Fostering inclusivity and fairness prevents workplace issues and builds trust.
Leadership Support: Innovative roles like parental leave coaches can bridge gaps and create better support structures.

Navigating the Road Less Traveled with Susan Furness

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Susan Furness joins Amy Lynn to share her journey from corporate leader to nomadic visionary, embracing spiritual intelligence and the art of impactful storytelling. Explore how change becomes growth, authenticity unlocks freedom, and small steps lead to extraordinary transformation.

Get ready to be inspired to create your own magic!

Additional Resources:

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Key Takeaways:

Change as Growth: Embrace change as a pathway to growth while ensuring it leads to positive outcomes.
Spiritual Intelligence Tools: Balance wisdom and compassion to navigate life's challenges.
Multi-Hyphenate Leadership: Authenticity requires embracing all facets of oneself, even in the corporate world.

Work Life Balance is a Myth

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0400

In this magical solo episode, Amy Lynn invites you to shift your perspective on work-life balance and to embrace the ebb and flow of all aspects of life. Discover how to sense life's rhythms—when to push forward and when to pause—and learn to trust your inner wisdom as your guiding star.

Through practical insights and soulful advice, Amy shares how to listen to your body's cues, recognize opportunities disguised as obstacles, and infuse your days with a sense of play and wonder.

This isn't just about work or life—it's about creating magic in everything you do.✨

Additional Resources:

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Key Takeaways:

Recognize signals: Learn to discern when it's time to pause versus push forward.
Trust inner knowing: The right people and opportunities will come at the right time.
Body awareness: Pay attention to energy levels and use your body as a guide.
Incorporate playfulness: Add elements of fun and creativity to your work and life.

Plant Medicine for Leaders: The Untold Secret No One Talks About with Tonia Erin

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Step into the extraordinary! 🌌

In this episode, John and Amy Lynn welcome Tonia Erin as they dive into a topic few dare to touch: plant medicine and psychedelics for leaders. Join them as they explore the mind-expanding world of microdosing, ancient wisdom, and the "secret" tools some leaders are using to unlock creativity and purpose.

If you're curious about breaking old patterns and tapping into your higher self, tune in for a journey full of insights, surprises, and a little magic. ✨

Addtional Resources:

Connect with Tonia on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

Microdosing for Insight: Microdosing with psychedelics offers subtle effects that can foster creativity, innovation, and resilience without drastically altering perception, making it accessible for workplace settings.
Alternative Practices for Higher Consciousness: Leaders not interested in psychedelics might explore meditation, breathwork, or other non-psychoactive methods to reach altered states and improve well-being.
Integration Is Key: Ensuring that plant medicine experiences are integrated into daily life and leadership practices is essential to harness their benefits responsibly.

Re-release: Elevating Feedback Through Skillful Presence with Aaron Tabacco

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0400

✨ Today, we're revisiting a special episode with Aaron Tabacco!

Amy and Aaron explore feedback as a path to true transformation in the workplace. Aaron, an executive coach and leader at UCSF, reveals how feedback—when done with presence and intention—can shift from a dreaded critique to a growth-filled dialogue.

Discover practical insights on giving feedback that empowers, receiving feedback with curiosity, and using these moments to foster stronger, more compassionate teams.

Tune in and learn how to make every feedback moment a spark for personal and organizational growth. 🌟

Additional Resources:

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Key Takeaways:

Transformational Feedback over Constructive Criticism: Aaron explains that traditional "constructive criticism" often feels punitive. Instead, approaching feedback as a tool for transformation fosters mutual growth.
Curiosity and Self-Reflection: The effectiveness of feedback begins with self-reflection. Aaron advises leaders to explore their intentions and emotional state before initiating a feedback session.
Receiving Feedback with Openness: Aaron emphasizes that the receiver's mindset is equally crucial. Cultivating curiosity and focusing on learning can turn even uncomfortable feedback into an opportunity for growth.
Intentional Communication: For leaders, intentional preparation, clear language, and a mindset of support can make feedback both meaningful and motivating.

Leading with Heart and Energy with Monica Ross

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0400

In this inspiring episode, Amy Lynn chats with Monica Ross, an expert Edgewalker facilitator, all the way from Ireland!

Together, they uncover how leaders can actually slow down, de-stress, and infuse more joy into their busy lives. Monica shares her four pillars for powerful, heart-centered leadership and tips for handling workplace energy like a pro. Expect practical tips, soul-deep insights, and a touch of humor as they explore why slowing down is the secret weapon every leader needs.

Tune in and learn how to create magic—at work and beyond! ✨

Additional Resources:

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Key Takeaways:

Energy in the Workplace: The energy you bring can neutralize or uplift your environment, even in toxic workplaces.
Daily Practices for Centering: Simple exercises like mindful breathing and physical movement can recalibrate your energy and improve resilience.
Reframing Conflict: Viewing difficult interactions as skill gaps instead of personal failings can reduce judgment and build compassion.
Presence Over Productivity: Aligning with long-term vision while remaining present shifts the focus from individual gain to collective well-being.

Transforming Work Through Music and Magic with Alexandria Agresta

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0400

In this lively episode of Create Magic at Work, host Amy welcomes Alexandria Agresta—a TEDx speaker, leadership expert, and the world's first "DJ-ing speaker." Alexandria shares how she combines music, movement, and motivation to inspire creativity and courage in the workplace. Together, they explore why infusing self-expression and playfulness into work is essential for team growth and connection, as well as offering actionable ways to break routine and energize any team.

Tune in to discover how even the most "buttoned-up" environments can become places where magic, joy, and innovation thrive.

Additional Resources:

Learn More About Alexandria Agresta

Connect with Alexandria on LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

Creativity and Leadership: Alexandria demonstrates how creativity and self-expression are essential for inspiring teams and fostering innovation in the workplace.
The Power of Music: Music acts as a catalyst for connection and can help shift teams out of their heads and into a heart-centered space.
Breaking Routine: Small practices like walking meetings or creating team playlists can disrupt routine, encourage new perspectives, and improve emotional well-being.

Overcoming The Pain of Career Trauma with Dr. Marie Gervais

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Ever feel like your career carries invisible scars? In this episode, Amy Lynn sits down with Dr. Marie Gervais to uncover the impact of career trauma—from subtle stress to toxic workplaces—and how leaders can turn things around. Marie introduces her SWEL model (Safety, Wellness, Encouragement, and Learning) to help leaders create safe, inclusive environments where employees can thrive.

Additional Resources:

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Key Takeaways:

Understanding Career Trauma: Career trauma encompasses long-term effects from negative work experiences, ranging from exclusion to abusive behavior. This unaddressed trauma often impacts employees' mental health and workplace engagement.
Safety First: Creating a safe environment—starting with simple breathing and self-regulation techniques—helps people feel secure and prevents them from reacting negatively to stressful situations.
Building Workplace Connections: Addressing the loneliness epidemic starts with fostering genuine communication and connection within teams. Encouraging meaningful interactions, even small acknowledgments, can reduce isolation.

Self-Awareness and Consciousness with John Nieters

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Tired of being pulled in every direction?

In this episode of The Magic Formula, John Nieters and Amy Lynn Durham take a playful approach into self-awareness, consciousness, and how both can help you lead a more intentional life. They break down what self-awareness really means, why it's more than just a buzzword, and how tuning into your own energy can help you navigate distractions and make better decisions.

Addtional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Self-awareness is key to growth – Knowing your thoughts, behaviors, and values allows for more empathetic leadership and better decision-making.
Gamify life – Turning challenges into playful opportunities can reduce stress and increase creativity, making personal goals easier to achieve.
Isolation fosters clarity – Isolating yourself from external noise and distractions can help you tap into your true energy and find direction.

Differentiating Compassion vs. Empathy for Better Results with Alison Godfrey

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Amy Lynn and guest Alison Godfrey explore the important differences between empathy and compassion in leadership. Are you absorbing everyone else's emotions at work, or are you guiding your team with empathy and healthy boundaries? Amy Lynn and Alison dig into how empathy can quickly lead to burnout, especially for leaders, while compassion takes a more powerful approach—acknowledging others' pain without taking it on yourself. Alison Godfrey is a seasoned executive coach and former CEO with 45 years of experience leading leadership development and growth initiatives across various industries.

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways:

Empathy vs. Compassion: Empathy involves sharing another's feelings, whereas compassion takes it further by seeking to alleviate suffering without taking on the emotional burden.
Burnout Prevention: Compassionate leadership can reduce burnout by 64%, as shown in research, by balancing emotional understanding with action.
Emotional Boundaries: Leaders can remain effective by maintaining boundaries, focusing on guiding others through their struggles rather than fixing problems for them.

How Astrology Can Guide Your Leadership Path with Vish Chatterji

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Amy Lynn welcomes Vish Chatterji - a former engineer who once scoffed at astrology and now uses it to guide leaders around the world.

Remarkably, Vish went from data-driven MBA to Vedic astrologer, and he's here to explain how this ancient practice offers way deeper insights into leadership than your standard personality tests.

Vish breaks down how Jyotish (Vedic astrology) can help you lead with purpose, navigate challenges, and even manage your karma.

Whether you're skeptical or curious, you'll learn practical ways to tap into the stars for modern leadership success.

Additional Resources:

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Get Vish's book Astrology Decoded! Connect with Vish on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

Key Takeaways:

Jyotish as a Leadership Tool: Vedic astrology offers deeper personality insights than traditional Western assessments like Myers-Briggs, helping leaders better understand themselves and their teams.
Karma as a Balancing System: Vedic astrology teaches that life events are tied to a karmic balance sheet, with actions either repaying debts or creating new ones.
Self-Awareness Through Archetypes: Ayurveda's three archetypes—Vata (creative), Pitta (driven), and Kapha (grounded)—help leaders tailor their leadership style based on their unique mind-body constitution.

Leading with Candor, Courage, and Care with Jill Katz

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Forget everything you thought you knew about HR.

Amy Lynn Durham welcomes the extraordinary Jill Katz, a trailblazer who's been revolutionizing the human capital game for over 20 years.

Jill is the founder of Assemble HR and the creator of the Candor, Courage, and Care model—a refreshing approach to leadership that's all about radical honesty, brave feedback, and genuine empathy.

Tune in for candid insights, laugh-out-loud moments, and actionable takeaways that will make you rethink how you lead, communicate, and—most importantly—care.

Additional Resources:

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Key Takeaways:

Candor, Courage, and Care Framework: This leadership model focuses on honest communication, timely feedback, and empathy, creating more productive and meaningful workplace relationships.
Breaking Free from Workaholism: Jill shares her personal story of leaving an unhealthy work-life balance to start Assemble HR, emphasizing the importance of self-care and intentional career decisions.
Valid Excuses: Leaders often delay giving feedback due to fear or discomfort, but by addressing these "valid excuses," leaders can create more open and effective communication.

Balancing Mental Health and Leadership Goals with Rivka Geoghegan

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Amy Lynn chats with Rivka Geoghegan, an executive coach and psychotherapist, to clear up a common question: What's the difference between coaching and therapy?

With World Mental Health Day just around the corner, we're focusing on mental well-being in leadership. Rivka shares how to navigate the emotional ups and downs of entrepreneurship, avoid tying your self-worth to your business, and choose the right kind of support—whether you're looking to heal or build.

Tune in for actionable tips on staying grounded and resilient.

Additional Resources:

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Key Takeaways:

Difference Between Coaching and Therapy: Therapy is insight-oriented and focused on healing from the past, while coaching is action-oriented, focusing on achieving future goals.
Choosing the Right Professional Support: If you're unsure whether to seek a coach or therapist, it often depends on whether you want to heal or build. Consulting a professional can help guide that decision.
Founders and Self-Worth: Entrepreneurs often tie their self-worth to business success, but it's important to remember that external outcomes do not define your value.
Balancing Mental Well-being: Being aware of your internal emotional landscape helps you avoid letting outside influences negatively impact your self-worth.

Cultivating Compassion & Creativity at Work with Amy Lynn Durham

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Unlock the secret to infusing your workplace with joy, connection, and purpose! In this re-released episode from the Conscious Habit (CH) podcast, Amy Lynn Durham, an innovator in blending spiritual intelligence with corporate leadership, sits down with CH host Amy Woodall for an inspiring conversation. Amy Lynn shares her journey from corporate leadership to becoming the founder of her executive coaching firm, Create Magic at Work. Discover the transformative power of defusing ego-driven reactions and fostering a culture rooted in compassion, kindness, and humanity.

Additional Resources:

Key Takeaways

Transforming workplaces with spirituality and fun through "Create Magic at Work."
The pyramid connection between emotional and spiritual intelligence.
Quantum leadership and its ripple effect on communities.
Radical self-forgiveness and spiritual intelligence in personal growth.
Balancing ego and higher self through mindfulness at work.

Resonance and Frequency For Leadership Presence Part 2 with John Nieters

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Host Amy is joined by John Nieters from TestRxMD for part two of the Magic Formula series, and this time, we're diving into the deep end of resonance and frequency.

What does that mean for leaders? It's not just about strategy or operations anymore. It's about harnessing your personal energy and spiritual intelligence to lead from a place of clarity, compassion, and purpose.

John shares practical insights into how leaders can elevate their frequency—and why it matters.

But it's not just theory. We've packed this episode with actionable, lightning-round tips that you can start using right away. Whether you're looking to tap into higher levels of leadership or simply curious about how energy plays a role in your day-to-day, this episode is for you.

Additional Resources:

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Key Takeaways:

Resonance and Frequency in Leadership – Leaders can elevate their energy through practices like mindfulness, gratitude, and perspective-taking to foster more positive, cooperative workplaces.
Vetting Meditation Tools – It's important to vet meditation tools, especially online frequency videos, as some may not deliver the intended effect. Trustworthy, research-backed products are essential.
Law of Attraction and Challenges – Encountering challenges is part of the growth process. Leaders must dissolve ego and understand that the universe may be teaching valuable lessons through adversity.
Spiritual Intelligence – Concepts like enlightenment, self-awareness, and service to others enhance leadership performance by elevating both individual and collective resonance.

Solving Your Workplace Challenges - Listeners Questions Answered

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

This isn't just a podcast episode. It's a milestone.

Amy Lynn Durham is celebrating three years of Create Magic at Work by doing what she does best: tackling the tough stuff and creating space for magic in our work lives.

In this special episode, Amy brings back Traycee Mayer—executive coach, former guest, and expert in all things leadership—for a deep dive into listener submitted questions.

From dealing with work overload and burnout to finding motivation while working remotely, Amy and Traycee offer practical advice and compassionate coaching insights.

Additional Resources:

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Key Takeaways:

Work Overload & Boundaries: Evaluate your daily tasks and prioritize what's essential. It's important to create space for self-care and honor your boundaries to avoid burnout.
Workplace Loneliness: Connection is key. Whether it's reaching out to colleagues or finding support outside of work, making intentional efforts to stay connected can alleviate isolation.
Pay Dissatisfaction & Job Rejection: If you're feeling undervalued or facing rejection, networking and building relationships with those in roles you aspire to can provide valuable insights and opportunities.

Workplace Abuse: Spot the Signs, Reclaim Your Power with Andrea Morehead

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

If you think workplace abuse is rare, this episode will change your mind. On this episode, Amy sits down with guest Andrea Moorhead to unpack the reality of workplace bullying — a silent epidemic rarely discussed. Andrea shares her deeply personal experience of enduring years of abuse, retaliation, and even a health crisis brought on by relentless workplace stress. This episode isn't just about the darkness, though. It's a beacon of hope. Andrea shows us how to reclaim our power, find joy again, and move toward workplaces where dignity and respect are the norms, not the exception. Get ready for a conversation that will open your eyes, ignite your courage, and challenge the way you think about your job. Andrea Morehead is a seven-time Emmy Award-winning journalist and former evening news anchor at NBC WTHR in Indianapolis. She's an advocate against workplace hostility and discrimination, the creator of the YouTube show My Silence Is Not for Sale, and the founder of Clover Lane Media. Additional Resources: Discover Your Spiritual Intelligence at Work Connect with Amy Lynn Durham Learn More About Create Magic at Work More on PeopleForward Network Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Andrea Morehead on LinkedIn

Resonance and Frequency For Leadership Presence Part 1 with John Nieters

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

What if your leadership could transcend the ordinary and tap into the power of quantum energy? In this episode of the Magic Formula, Amy and John discuss resonance and frequency and how they shape our leadership lives and work. They explore the concept of vibration and how everything, including thoughts, emotions, and colors, exists as a specific frequency. Learn how to harness your energy, shift your mindset, and raise your vibration for a more fulfilling and powerful leadership experience. Additional Resources: Free Wellness Consultation with John Nieters Get Featured Products from The Magic Formula

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Finding Your Voice Through Authentic Storytelling with Sandra Bargman

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Amy welcomes back Sandra Bargman, a dear friend and expert in leadership storytelling. Together, they explore the art of storytelling as a crucial leadership skill for the 21st century. Sandra shares profound insights on how leaders can harness the power of storytelling, not only to connect more deeply with their teams but also to navigate the evolving workplace dynamics. They discuss the importance of breath, intention, and genuineness in communication, offering practical tips for leaders to find and use their authentic voice. With over 35 years of experience as a professional actor, singer, director, and vocal coach, Sandra blends her extensive training in drama and music with her spiritual intelligence and mindfulness teachings. Additional Resources: Discover Your Spiritual Intelligence at Work Connect with Amy Lynn Durham Learn More About Create Magic at Work More on PeopleForward Network Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

Introducing The Magic Formula with John Nieters

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400

In this kickoff episode of The Magic Formula, host Amy Lynn Durham welcomes John Nieters, entrepreneur, recovery advocate, and founder of TestRxMD. Together, they introduce a special series designed for leaders looking to elevate their personal and professional lives through spirituality, frequency, and personal transformation. John shares his incredible journey—from high-level tennis to battling addiction, serving time in prison, and emerging as a leader in blending AI with health and wellness. Tune in to learn about The Magic Formula and discover how to tap into your highest self in both work and life. Additional Resources:

Free Wellness Consultation with John Nieters

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Revolutionizing The Employee Experience with Dr. Josh Plaskoff

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Josh Plaskoff, founder of the interhuman group, discusses the importance of the employee experience and creating environments of dignity and respect in organizations. Explore the intricacies of human connection within organizations, the evolution of the employee experience and how it has shifted post-pandemic. Dr. Plaskoff shares his unique approach to co-creating environments where both individuals and organizations thrive. Tune in to hear deep insights on quantum leadership, corporate soul, and creating lasting meaning in the workplace. Discover how to bring humanity into corporate spaces and empower employees to reach their full potential. Additional Resources: Connect with Amy Lynn Durham Learn More About Create Magic at Work More on PeopleForward Network Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Connect with Josh Plaskoff on LinkedIn interhuman group

Courageous Ways To Break Decision Paralysis with Ryan Berman

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Change is hard but not changing is even harder. Guest, Ryan Berman, founder of Courageous, discusses the importance of courage in the workplace and how it can lead to greater happiness and success. He shares examples of companies that have embraced courageous ideas and made significant transformations. Ryan spoke on this topic at Google, Snapchat, Kellogg's Europe and many others. Learn to prioritize what is most important and take a leap of faith to create meaningful change. This episode is a must listen for those who need a push forward. Additional Resources: Connect with Amy Lynn Durham Learn More About Create Magic at Work Connect with Ryan Berman on LinkedIn Couragebrands More on PeopleForward Network Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

Beyond Carewashing: Authentic Well-Being Culture Strategies with Richard Safeer

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Richard Safeer, Chief Medical Director of Employee Health and Wellbeing at John Hopkins Medicine, discusses the importance of creating a wellbeing culture in the workplace. He emphasizes that culture is the shared behaviors, beliefs, and attitudes of a group of people, and that a wellbeing culture is essential for employee engagement, happiness, and retention. Dr. Safir also highlights the high cost of chronic diseases like hypertension and the role of transparency and fairness in reducing stress and promoting wellbeing. Learn how to prioritize your team's wellbeing and practice mindfulness to avoid absorbing negative energy from others. Additional Resources: Connect with Amy Lynn Durham Connect with Richard Safeer, MD on LinkedIn A Cure for the Common Company: A Well-Being Prescription for a Happier, Healthier, and More Resilient Workforce by Richard Safeer Richardsafeer.com Learn More About Create Magic at Work More on PeopleForward Network Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

Why Your Job Isn't Making You Happy with Paul Zak

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode, host Amy Lynn Durham interviews renowned behavioral neuroscience expert Paul Zak, focusing on enhancing workplace productivity and well-being.

Paul shares innovative strategy on creating extraordinary work experiences and emphasizes the importance of leaders fostering peak immersion for both employees and customers.

Essential topics include clarifying organizational purpose, delivering empathetic feedback, ensuring psychological safety, and the benefits of walking meetings.

Stay tuned as we unpack the ripple effect of delightful, immersive experiences, and learn how to create a workplace where people thrive

Additional Resources:

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Best Seller or Best Payer? The Truth Behind Bestseller Lists

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Is best selling author on your bucket list? Meet Michelle Fishering, an expert in authorship and publishing with a mission to amplify impactful ideas.

Along with host, Amy Lynn Durham, Michelle emphasizes the significance of creating content that resonates and encourages your audience rather than chasing bestseller lists.

Learn about the pitfalls of focusing on bestseller lists, particularly the manipulations surrounding the Wall Street Journal and New York Times listings. Michelle advocates for perennial sales and creating meaningful, transformational content instead.

You'll receive practical advice on self-publishing and seeking independent publishers, along with tips on avoiding cutting corners on essential aspects like editing and proofreading.

Additionally, you'll hear about the publishing industry's lack of transparency, the importance of educating authors about their options, and the significance of maintaining your book's relevance over time. This episode provides valuable guidance for both aspiring and experienced authors from a book industry expert.

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AI & The Poetry of Our Existence with Bill Kirst

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400

In this enlightening episode host Amy Lynn Durham welcomes Bill Kirst, a thought leader and creator of the podcast "Coffee and Change." to dive deep into the intersection of human creativity and artificial intelligence.

The conversation begins with a reflection on the profound impact of poetry and human awareness, emphasizing slow progress and creativity that AI cannot replicate.

The dialogue shifts to the intricacies of integrating AI responsibly into daily life. Bill recites his evocative poem "We Fight the Autofill," highlighting the struggle to maintain individuality amidst technological dominance.

With poignant reflections on loneliness in AI interactions and the ethical implications, this episode is an essential listen for anyone navigating the crossroads of human emotion and artificial intelligence.

Additional Resources:

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Building Conscious Habits At Work with Amy Woodall

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Host Amy Lynn Durham welcomes visionary guest Amy Woodall, the force behind Conscious Habit and High Vibe Tribe retreats. Together, they explore transformative frameworks for improving consciousness and taking radical responsibility over controllable aspects of life.

Learn about a unique framework centered on awareness, presence, ownership, the subtraction of the ego's story, and the addition of love to enhance conscious behavior.

Uncover insights into the spiritual intelligence necessary for distinguishing between the ego and the higher self.

Amy categorizes common ego manifestations, such as the achiever, approval seeker, martyr, and perfectionist, and explains how these can either hinder or harmonize with one's highest self. She delves into the concept of "owning your 50," promoting self-awareness and accountability rather than blaming external factors for challenges.

Amy shares her inspiration for women-only retreats aimed at healing feminine energy, creating intentional leadership, and fostering quantum leadership within organizations.

Gain valuable strategies for seeking mentorship and sponsorship with confidence and clarity

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Chasing Rainbows & Debunking the Myth of Happily Ever After with Becky Morrison

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 17:33:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, and Becky Morrison, Coach, Author, and Speaker - Untangle Happiness. Today we talk about finding happiness and purpose. Becky shares insights from her work as a happiness coach, discussing how focusing on daily meaning and gratitude can increase happiness more than external factors. She emphasizes aligning daily actions with personal values as a way to potentially discover one's purpose over time. Becky also provides perspective on building self-awareness and connecting with one's inner voice, especially for younger generations bombarded with external influences.

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Happiness determined by daily actions, not circumstances
Finding meaning in everyday tasks over focusing on goals
Discovering purpose through self-reflection and values alignment
Managing energy sources that fuel or drain happiness
Developing self-awareness by listening to inner voice

AI & Financial Empowerment with Evan Duby

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, and Evan Duby, Founder and General Partner of GoEx Venture Capital Investing. Evan shares insights from his diverse career path and discusses the future of AI, money, andS6. Ep. 13 - AI & Financial Empowerment with Evan Duby real estate. He offers advice on investing and building wealth early, even with small amounts. Evan also explores how to future-proof your career against changes from AI by focusing on relationship-building and empowering your team. Listeners learn practical tips for financial management and leadership lessons for unleashing innovation. Additional Resources:

Key Discussion Points:

Explanation of hedge funds and venture capital
Women in finance and possible reasons for underrepresentation
Starting to invest and build wealth, even with small amounts
Importance of compound interest and investing early
Impact of AI on the real estate industry and job security
Using AI to find deeper meaning and impact social good
Developing relationships and networks for career longevity
Leadership lessons around empowering teams and letting go of control

CEO Loneliness - Why It Matters to Everyone with Mark McFatridge

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, and Mark McFatridge, the Founder and CEO of Quade, a peer group for high-performing CEOs. Mark shares his experience of feeling isolated as a CEO and how joining a local YPO chapter changed his life. He discusses founding Quade to provide a supportive community for other CEOs and business owners. Mark emphasizes empowering leaders to be authentic and make decisions with empathy, awareness of others, and a focus on long-term impact. Listeners learn about Quade's mission and how embracing authenticity can benefit individuals and their organizations.

Additional Resources:

Key Discussion Points:

Leadership experience and founding Quade
Burden of CEO responsibilities and decision-making
Amy's leadership journey embracing feminine energy
Embracing authenticity and overcoming conformity
Discovering one's true self and wearing masks
Empowering conscious decision-making and positive change

Is Leading With Love At Work Even A Thing? with Jasmine Bellamy

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, and Jasmine Bellamy, Love 101 Ministries- Founder & Spiritual Director as we discuss leading with love in the workplace. Jasmine shares her personal journey of transforming her life through the practice of love before helping others do the same. She discusses cultivating love through daily self-reflection and how this has helped her transform her leadership approach and company culture. Jasmine emphasizes practicing qualities like openness, curiosity and accountability to bring out the best in others and achieve thriving results. Addtional Resources:

Key Topics Discussed:

Cultivating love through daily self-reflection
Applying love fundamentals like openness and curiosity
Transforming leadership approach and company culture
Incorporating spirituality into the workplace
Recognizing colleagues' achievements with compassion

From Newbie to Pro: Helpful Tips For First Time People Leaders with Karen White

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 18:27:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, and Karen White, Leadership Coach and Owner of Turn Two Coaching, as we discuss the challenges faced by new people managers and how to address them. Karen discusses how new managers' past strengths may not work in their new role and shares Linda Hill's perspective on early management experiences shaping future leadership. Karen also emphasizes the importance of developing self-awareness using techniques like Positive Intelligence to improve mindset and leadership approach. Addtional Resources:

Key Topics Discussed:

New manager role challenges and past strengths
Early experiences shape future leadership styles
Self-awareness improves using tools like Positive Intelligence
Adapting to "I am enough" allowing overcoming fear creatively
Embracing challenges and recognizing collective team achievements

From Newbie to Pro: Helpful Tips For First Time People Leaders with Karen White

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Visit Create Magic At Work® Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, and Karen White, Leadership Coach and Owner of Turn Two Coaching, as we talk about the challenges faced by new leaders and innovative ways to support them. Karen and I discuss how the strengths that new leaders relied on in the past may not be effective in their new roles. We bring a fresh perspective on how intentionally shaping early management experiences can dramatically impact future leadership. Additionally, we highlight the importance of developing self-awareness using techniques like Positive Intelligence to improve mindset and leadership approach. What To Anticipate:

Why the strengths that got a new leader the position won't work in their new role.
How early mentoring experiences shape future leadership styles.
How to use tools like Positive Intelligence to improve self-awareness.
Why the phrase "I am enough" can help you release the fear of failure.
Tips on embracing challenges and recognizing collective team achievements.

Take a listen and join us in building more courage and character through challenging circumstances.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes! Quote: "Unless you believe you are enough, you will rely on achievements, praise, and external validation to feel complete. This dependence on the outside world diminishes when you start from a position of enoughness." - Karen White Connect with Karen White:

Check out Karen's Leading with Courage and Character program here.
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An Edgewalker's Reflections on Creating Magic at Work with Dr. Judi Neal

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

New Summer Coaching Packages Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, as I get interviewed by Dr. Judi Neal.

This was uncomfortable for me because I'm used to being the one asking the questions...

but this week I share my own personal journey into spirituality, discussing how traumatic events and synchronicities led me to blend spirituality into my corporate life. The best part about this is Dr. Judi Neal, the President of Edgewalkers International, is the one asking the questions and sharing her insights along the way. Dr. Judi Neal's primary focus is workplace spirituality, transformation, and global consciousness, and one of my cherished mentors. Join us as we uncover the magic of Edgewalking in revolutionizing workplace dynamics.

WHAT TO ANTICIPATE:

Ways to tap into hope and inspiration during difficult times.
Leadership shifting from hierarchies to circular structures.
How to build connection & community for growth and expansion.
Ways you can create an environment for unexpected magic to happen.
Discover what a private client experience looks like with Amy.
Cutting-edge perspectives for new ways to lead and succeed.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes! Quote: Corporate Spirituality in Practice: "What I started doing was I started incorporating these spiritual activities with my team. I didn't call them that, but we were at the time doing EQ, emotional intelligence and spiritual intelligence activities to sort of help connect everyone together during these times that were difficult, and I saw how transformational they were." - Amy Lynn Durham Connect with Judi:

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Redefining Mentorship & Imposter Syndrome with Steffanie Sadler

Mon, 27 May 2024 18:11:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Steffanie Sadler, a results-oriented Director of Sales with over 18 years of experience in the wireless retail and sales industry. Steffanie shares her experience building successful teams through mentorship and a positive workplace culture. She discusses practical tips for remote leaders looking to foster human connection, even across distances. We also delve into imposter syndrome and women in leadership, as Steffanie offers insights from her role leading the Women in Business Group. This inspiring conversation will motivate you to acknowledge those around you and help others achieve their full potential through compassion and belief. Addtional Resources:

The Secret To Turning Pressure Into A Magical Gift w/ Aimee Bernstein

Mon, 20 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Aimee Bernstein, the President of Open Mind Adventures. as we discuss how embracing pressure as an energy for change can place you into a flow state.

WHAT TO ANTICIPATE:

▪ A live exercise that helps you shift from head-to-body awareness. ▪ Learn how to redefine pressure as an energy for change rather than stress. ▪ Discover how to make decisions from a flow state. ▪ Learn about the role women will play in leading humanity into a more compassionate future through expanded leadership presence & energy mastery. ▪ Explore ways to tap into self-care, self-love, and internal rewards for your accomplishments.

Don't miss this opportunity to transform your approach to pressure and stress. If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes!

Quote: "Pressure is not stress, pressure is the energy of change" - Aimee Bernstein

Connect with Aimee Bernstein: LinkedIn Twitter Personal Facebook Open Mind Adventures Facebook Website - Open Mind Adventures

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Get Paid More Using These Magic Tips w/ Alan Stein

Mon, 13 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Alan Stein, the founder and CEO of Kadima Careers. This episode highlights career development strategies and salary negotiation. We discuss career development strategies and salary negotiation. We explore ways to identify your goals and build networks, Alan offers high-impact negotiation techniques. Additionally, we provide empowering advice on owning your career path and shifting to a mindset of control over your choices.

Key Topics Discussed:

Alan's inspiration for Kadima Careers and helping underrepresented groups
Career growth framework of goals, strengths, networks, and negotiation
Owning one's career path and shifting to a mindset of control
Amy's experience with gender pay inequality and negotiation challenges
Increasing compensation through promotions or external offers
Financial freedom allowing the outsourcing of unwanted tasks

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes! Quote: "Own your career. Those are three words that I always repeat, own your choices, and decide where you want to go." - Alan Stein Connect with Alan Stein:LinkedIn Kadima Careers

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Embracing the Gift of Anger & Unleashing the Reluctant Leader Within with Sandra Bargman

Mon, 06 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

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If someone is avoiding working through a problem, what advice would you give them? That's the question posed to Sandra Bargman, and her answer is powerful and eye-opening.

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, as I talk with the multi-hyphenate, incomparable Sandra Bargman about the importance of knowing thyself in leadership, recognizing the gifts anger can reveal, and how women are on the leading edge of a leadership paradigm shift. We also discuss impactful communication and storytelling, offering insights into anger, grief, and the power of reflection.

We cast a vision where hierarchical leadership is replaced by a more inclusive, courageous approach. Here's what to anticipate:

▪ Learn about the evolving nature of leadership in the 21st century. ▪ Discover ways to tap into courage, self-awareness, and vulnerability in leadership. ▪ Get advice on dealing with toxic work environments and learn how to reframe challenges as gifts. ▪ Explore Sandra's insights on the "angry woman" and how you can embrace your anger. ▪ Find ways to connect with your spirituality, and purpose, and uncover the reason WHY you are here on Earth.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes! Quote: "Leadership is the ability to model courage and to inspire people... Everything begins with a sense of the courage to look within." - Sandra Bargman Connect with Sandra Bargman: LinkedIn Facebook @sandrabargman @ThePlumatTH2Live

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Tips to Build Virtual Workspaces for Better Collaboration w/ Christopher Good

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Visit the website Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Christopher Good, the Chief Creative Officer at One Workplace, the West Coast leader in workplace design solutions. Christopher shares his journey from interior design to shaping organizational beliefs and behaviors in this episode. He emphasizes the power of design to impact human experiences at work positively. A key takeaway from our discussion is the concept of propinquity—the physical and virtual closeness, frequency of connection, and shared values—that play a crucial role in fostering meaningful workplace connections. Christopher envisions a future of work where individuals take control of their work experiences, leaders prioritize human connections, and organizations embrace meaningful change. Key Discussion Points:

Christopher's background in design and shift to shaping organizational culture
The impact of design on human experiences at work
Discussion on propinquity: closeness, connection frequency, and shared values
Envisioning a future where individuals control work experiences
Encouragement to foster positive ripples in the workplace
Information on connecting with Christopher and exploring his work

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes!

Quote: "We should all get that intrinsic value of just feeling like I contributed to something today. I did it with great people and can't wait to do it again tomorrow." - Christopher Good Connect with Christopher Good:

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Breaking the Silence! Open Conversations on Mental Health at Work w/ Newton Cheng

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Visit the website Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Newton Cheng, the Director of Health + Performance at Google. We have a candid conversation about mental health at work.

Newton's insights offer a refreshing, no-BS perspective on aligning personal values with professional responsibilities, ultimately inspiring listeners to embrace authenticity and prioritize well-being in their leadership journeys.

What To Anticipate:

Newton's raw and honest moment when he chose to remove his "mask" at work, sharing his true self with colleagues.
The circumstances that led Newton to take a mental health leave, and how he bravely discussed it with others.
Tips and advice for managing mental health struggles at work and finding support.
Effective strategies for reducing burnout and creating a more supportive work culture.
How to lead by example by prioritizing well-being and fostering a healthier workplace.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes! Quote "So the mask is completely off. I have smashed it into bits, swept it up, and thrown it in the garbage. So it's completely out there." - Newton Cheng Connect with Newton Cheng:

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Part 2 - The Toxic Workplace Dilemma. Help Fix It? or Leave It? with Nikki Lewallen Gregory

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Nikki Lewallen Gregory, the head of the People Forward Network, where we dive deep into creating a healthier, more nurturing work environment. We're getting real about the challenges many face in toxic workspaces. Together, we'll explore the crucial role of self-awareness in leadership, the importance of unlearning toxic behaviors, and the challenging decisions leaders must make – should they stay to reform or redirect their energies elsewhere? So, whether you're leading a team or part of one, ready your minds for an episode that will empower you to engage with your work life in a meaningful and positive way. What To Anticipate:

Learn ways to tap into your unique skills & open new doors for yourself.
Hear personal experiences with toxic leadership and the new shift arising on how to confront toxic behaviors.
How to recognize innovation in chaos.
Additionally, tune in to hear a special message of support for those struggling in toxic environments and draw a card from the Create Magic At Work® journal prompt deck, for those seeking liberation from toxic workplaces.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes!

Quote"There are great leaders, there are leaders that can be changed and want to be different, and then there are terrible toxic leaders." - Nikki Lewallen Gregory Connect with Nikki Lewallen Gregory:

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Part 1 - Breaking Free & Redefining Leadership in the New Era with Nikki Lewallen Gregory

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Nikki Lewallen Gregory, the head of the People Forward Network. Nikki shares her vision for a healthy workplace, emphasizing the importance of employee engagement and experience. She discusses her journey, highlighting the significance of using strengths and creating a meaningful work experience. Nikki's unique approach to leadership and team culture is truly inspiring, and she provides valuable insights for leaders looking to make a positive impact in the workplace. Tune in to discover more about Nikki's mission, vision, and innovative leadership style. What to anticipate:

We cast a vision for healthy workplaces.
How to break away from soul-crushing workplace norms.
Prioritizing the collective well-being in decision-making.
Tips on how to utilize team strengths to create meaningful work experiences.
Ways to connect with others at a high level to get results.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes!

Quote

"The epicenter for me is when I can do business through relationships with people and grow or affect the cause that something needs." - Nikki Lewallen Gregory Connect with Nikki Lewallen Gregory:

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment

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Pt. 1 - Elevating Feedback Through Skillful Presence w/ Aaron Tabacco

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0400

Within every critique lies the potential for growth or disheartenment. A workplace where growth is nurtured, not souls crushed is on my heart this week at Create Magic At Work®...

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Aaron Tabacco, in Part 1 of a 2-part episode, we delve into workplace feedback, focusing on its potential for transformation over crushing the spirit.

We explore going beyond constructive feedback and tap into utilizing transformational feedback as a catalyst for growth. Strategies for providing feedback that inspires change are offered.

We tackle the challenge of conducting difficult conversations with self-awareness, compassion and address how to stay receptive on the receiving end of feedback.

What to anticipate:▪ Ways to approach feedback as a transformational conversation. ▪ Why practicing the skills of Spiritual Intelligence plays a crucial role in transformational feedback. ▪ How to develop presence and self-reflection as the provider and recipient. ▪ Navigating difficult conversations with self-awareness and compassion. ▪ How to receive feedback with curiosity.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes!

Quote "I think many negative stories of feedback experiences at the heart of it is that people are leaving the conversation in some way, feeling that their very identity, Being, strengths, skills, or knowledge, etc. has been attacked. Instead of feeling approached from a perspective of curiosity." - Aaron TabaccoConnect with Aaron:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-tabacco-phd-rn-83359b9/

Aaron is an RN with a PhD, an Executive Coach, and the Director of Staff Experience in the Department of Medicine at the University of California San Francisco. A former professor of developmental pediatrics, Aaron transitioned into his current line of work three years ago, becoming a thought leader in developing holistic workplaces, leadership development, DEI efforts, and internal institutional workforce research. He is a highly skilled public speaker and communicator, having been featured at numerous public and private professional engagements in his areas of specialty. Aaron has several professional publications in the US, Europe, Japan, and online, and is a graduate of the UC Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute at the Berkeley-Hass School of Business. Additionally, Aaron has engaged in high-stakes healthcare and higher education conflict mediation for families and professionals over thirteen years. He's a father of three young adult sons who live in Portland, Oregon. Aaron currently lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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S4. Ep. 10 - The Business Casual Yogi's Secrets To Leading With Less Stress

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Vish Chatterji, an accomplished executive-turned-coach with a spiritual twist, and author of The Business Casual Yogi. In this episode, we discuss how to find meaning and purpose behind where you are in your career. Learn ways you can release suffering within yourself and exercise wisdom and compassion towards yourself and others while navigating corporate life. Today on Create Magic At Work®:

Why you will experience karmic patterns in the workplace and what to do about them.
Ways to exercise self-compassion and forgiveness as a leader
How the planetary energies can lead to a deeper understanding of self
Why leaders benefit from going beyond EQ (emotional intelligence)

In parallel to his twenty-year leadership career spanning the automotive, technology, and startup industries, Vish has studied and practiced yoga, meditation, and Ayurveda (mind-body medicine). He coaches and advises corporate leaders, blending Western management thinking with Eastern wisdom traditions, and speaks on a variety of topics at the intersection of business and personal development. Quote "In the yoga system, you practice these things in order to connect your inner wisdom. You also practice self-compassion. Can you be compassionate to yourself? And usually, when we're not compassionate to others, it's because of something in our own lives that we haven't learned to forgive ourselves for. If you can't forgive yourself for something, chances are you're not going to forgive somebody else for it." - Vish Chatterji Connect with Vish:

The Business Casual Yogi: Take Charge of Your Body, Mind, and Career - Book

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How Audacious Courage Makes You a Trusted Leader w/ Mark Travis Rivera

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham with Mark Travis Rivera, The Professional Storyteller, Founder, and Consultant, in this 2 part podcast as he shares his story dating back to early childhood leading to him being the storyteller he is today. He shares where he got his courage and bravery and how he implements it in many aspects of his life, including his experiences in the corporate space. We talk about what it's like to show up as your authentic self in the workplace, spirituality, inclusion and so much more! Today on Create Magic At Work®:

How to use fear as a compass
Ways to show up as your full authentic self
Transforming your fate into destiny
Religion in the workplace

Telling stories is at the core of Mark Travis Rivera's purpose in life. He is an award-winning creative– founder + lead storyteller + consultant of The Professional Storyteller.

As a writer, Rivera's bylines include The Bergen Record, Herald News, The Star-Ledger, Fox News Latino, and The Huffington Post. He was also a contributing author in the anthology, Crisis and Care: Queer Activist Responses to a Global Pandemic (PM Press, 2022), edited by Adrian Shanker. His debut collection, Drafts: An Imperfect Collection of Writing, was published in August 2017. He was also a contributing writer for Imagining: A Gibney Journal, where he shared his experience as a disabled choreographer and dancer. Connect with Mark:

https://linktr.ee/marktravrivera

Quote "Every day I get up and choose to be myself in any space I enter, whether I'm dressed up in fully femme gender conforming makeup, dress heels or I'm dressed down in yoga pants and a t-shirt with no makeup. I show up as myself and something that I've had to interrogate over the last couple of years, especially in the workplace, is yes, I show up at my full self all the time, but that's going to cost me opportunities. That's going to cost me not to be invited to certain boardrooms or meetings or companies to speak at because they don't like what I'm serving. Guess what? If you don't like what I'm serving, there's plenty of tea out there. If you don't like the tea that I'm spilling, they don't take a sip of it." - Mark Travis Rivera

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Unlocking the Wisdom of Your Dreams for Greater Success with Megan Mary

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Megan Mary, as we unravel the mysteries of dreams and their profound impact on success. Join us as we delve into the role of dream analysts, tapping into the subconscious mind and the transformative benefits of unlocking the wisdom of your dreams. This conversation unveils the untapped potential within your dreams, providing a roadmap to tremendous success and self-discovery. What to anticipate:

Understanding dream analysis and connection to higher self
Unveiling the subconscious mind
Benefits of tapping into your dreams
Interpreting dreams for personal insight
Dreamwork for leaders
The power of intention and affirmation in dream work
Dreamwork's impact on problem-solving
Tapping into creative moments through dreams
Decoding nightmares
Exploring the relationship between alcohol intake and dreams

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes! Quote "Getting solutions to problems or creative approaches is one of the greatest applications of dreamwork" - Megan Mary Connect with Megan:

Website: http://womensdreamanalysis.com/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/womensdreamanalysis/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganmaryi/?
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@womensdreamanalysis
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MeganMaryAuthor

Megan Mary is a dream worker who specializes in the analysis of women's dreams to promote transformative personal growth and enlightenment. Founder of Women's Dream Analysis and the Women's Dream Enlightenment podcast, she is an intuitive, introvert, mystic, and writer. After being diagnosed with three chronic illnesses, she experienced a spiritual awakening. She now works with women all over the world offering dream interpretation, transformative journeys, and enlightened guidance. She lives in Idaho with her rockstar drummer husband and two cats.

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Introducing Season 6 of Create Magic At Work® with Amy Lynn Durham

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Experience the transformative power of spiritual intelligence with the Create Magic at Work podcast. Join host Amy Lynn Durham as she explores the intersection of spirituality and leadership, offering wisdom, compassion, and inner peace in the face of workplace challenges. In partnership with the People Forward network, season six brings cutting-edge interviews that provide inspiration and insights for aligning with life's ebbs and flows. Tune in to Create Magic at Work for unique perspectives, courageous conversations, and a community dedicated to fostering healthy leaders and fulfilling lives. Subscribe now and embark on a journey of personal and professional growth.

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S5. Ep. 11 - The Journey From Corporate to Creating Magic At Work – Amy Gets Interviewed by Seyyida

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, as I am interviewed by Seyyida. This episode will outline the profound journey that led me to transition from a corporate job to becoming a coach. In this episode, you will discover what sets Create Magic At Work® apart in the coaching industry. We will explore the unique qualities and approaches utilized in the practice. Join us for a thought-provoking and transformative conversation that explores the depths of coaching, decision-making under stress, and the inspirations that drive personal and professional transformation. What to anticipate:

Amy's journey from corporate to coaching inspiration
Unique qualities setting Amy apart in coaching
Boundaries within the transformative coaching industry
Insights into the Dynamics of Spiritual Narcissism
Making compassionate decisions amidst significant stress
Practicing guidance from the higher self daily
Practical tools for resetting and maintaining balance
Amy's Coaching Toolbox: techniques for client support
The purpose and inspiration behind Amy's transformative workbook

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes! Quote 'This is like a white glove experience, boutique style. What sets me apart, I think, is that I incorporate this holistic approach of seeing all of you authentically and tapping into your deeper sense of purpose and meaning in life." - Amy Lynn Durham

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https://createmagicatwork.net/about-1

S2. Ep 13 - How To Practice Presence At a High Level w/ Aaron Tabacco

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Are you able to support your employees fully when they disclose something personal to you? Are you able to be fully present for them in these moments or does it sometimes feel a little awkward? Aaron Tabacco, PhD, RN is an Executive Coach and the Director of Staff Experience in the Department of Medicine at the University of California San Francisco. A former professor of developmental pediatrics, Aaron transitioned into his current line of work three years ago, becoming a thought leader in the development of holistic workplaces, leadership development, DEI efforts, and internal institutional workforce research. He is a highly-skilled public speaker and communicator having been featured at numerous public and private professional engagements in his areas of speciality. Aaron has several professional publications in the US, Europe, Japan, and online, and is a graduate of the UC Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute at the Berkeley-Hass School of Business. Additionally, Aaron has engaged in high stakes healthcare and higher education conflict mediation for families and professionals over a thirteen-year period. He's a father of three young adult sons who live in Portland, Oregon. Aaron currently lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Join Amy and Aaron in this episode as they delve into how you can best support your employees during difficult times and be fully present for them.

In this episode, you will learn:

How being a nurse helped Aaron to harness his skills of being present
The four domains of thinking you should adopt when someone is sharing difficult things with you as a leader
How you can put your own ego to the side and truly be present for your employees

Quote from the show - ''My first rule of thumb, especially as you're building skill with really practising presence, is to remind yourself that you're probably going to say it best if you don't really say anything at all. ''

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S4. Ep. 21 - Edgewalkers & the Integration of Spirituality in the Workplace w/ Judi Neil

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Take The Edgewalker Profile Work With Amy Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Judi Neal, the President of Edgewalkers International, a workplace spiritual community and the author of ten books on workplace spirituality and transformation. Her recent books are Personal, Educational, and Organizational Transformation, published June 2023, and Inspiring Workplace Spirituality, to be published in Fall 2023.

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating concept of being an Edgewalker and explore the profound spirituality accompanying this role. We discuss the importance of building bridges between two worlds within the workplace and how organizations that prioritize nurturing the human spirit experience more significant innovation, job satisfaction, and dedication. Our conversation highlights the criticality of spirituality in the workplace and investigates why some senior leaders ignore valuable data.

Today on Create Magic At Work®:

Learn what an Edgewalker is.
How you can connect different worlds together as an Edgewalker
How to be a change agent for the greater good.
The role Edgewalkers can play in soul-broken organizations.
Ways to cultivate playfulness at work and in life.

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If someone's negative all the time and only complains and never brings anything to the conversation, I think there's an opportunity for development there. If they can't change, they would help create a toxic workplace. - Judi Neal

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Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment

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https://createmagicatwork.net/about-1

Ambition Unleashed: The Compassionate Climb From #2 to #1 w/ Jenny Mitchell

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Jenny Mitchell, a professional fundraiser and Founder of Chavender. We expose the intricacies of the non-profit work world, dissect stigmas surrounding altruism, and provide practical insights into making a meaningful impact. Key Discussion Points:▪ Challenging Altruistic Stigmas: Explore common misconceptions about working for the greater good and how to overcome them. ▪ Creating Sustainable Ambition: Uncover strategies for establishing boundaries and structures that support long-term ambition and success. ▪ Philanthropic Decision-Making: Jenny shares tips on making informed decisions in philanthropy, ensuring your contributions have a meaningful impact. ▪ Empowering Women in Leadership: Discover inspirational approaches for women to ascend to the #1 position in the workplace, embracing leadership with confidence. ▪ Mindset Shift: Abundance Over Scarcity: Explore practical ways to transition from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset, fostering positivity and growth.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes!

Quote:"You can never give more than you are willing to give." - Jenny Mitchell Connect with Jenny Mitchell:

Chavender's vision is to help more people do more good. Founder and president of Chavender, Jenny Mitchell (CFRE, DMA) is the author of the collaborative book Embracing Ambition which showcases 12 women CEOs on their journey to leadership. Jenny's podcast, Underdog Leadership helps women move from #2's to #1's in their life and work. Trained as a professional fundraiser, she is passionate about working with heart-centred leaders who are ready to change the world – one mission at a time. Her company assists clients, across Canada and the U.S., with executive coaching, talent development at all levels of the organization, and facilitation and team building. Before completing her CFRE, Jenny trained as a classical musician and earned her Doctorate of Musical Arts. She brings her creative approach, her drive for excellence, and her passion for people to clients of all sizes.

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Calm in the Chaos: Strategies for Mastering Change w/ Rev. Dr. Jim Lockard

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Rev. Dr. Jim Lockard, as we explore strategies for finding calm amidst chaos and mastering change. Rev. Dr. Lockard draws on his experiences as a police officer and spiritual living to offer insights into building self-confidence, accessing inner wisdom, and navigating personal growth. Join us for a captivating conversation with Rev. Dr. Jim Lockard as we unravel the keys to finding calmness, mastering change, and fostering personal and spiritual well-being. Key Discussion Points:▪ Building Confidence & Resilience: Explore strategies to build self-confidence and foster resilience in the face of challenges. ▪ Spiritual Intelligence: Gain perspective on incorporating spiritual intelligence into daily life for a more positive and enriching experience. ▪ Navigating Challenging Days: Learn the secret for navigating challenging days and overcoming feelings of being stuck. ▪ Continuous Self-Development: Gain practical advice on preparing mentally and spiritually for chaotic situations. ▪ Accessing Inner Wisdom: Learn techniques for accessing inner wisdom and cultivating compassion during difficult times.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes! Quote: "Serious spiritual work requires radical self honesty" - Rev. Dr. Jim Lockard Connect with Rev. Dr. Jim Lockard:

Rev. Dr. Jim Lockard is an ordained minister, teacher, speaker, author, blogger, coach, consultant and thought leader. Raised in Baltimore, Maryland, he is currently living in Lyon, France with his wife, Dorianne Cotter-Lockard, PhD. They are frequent presenters at international conferences in the spiritual, business, and academic fields.

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Authenticity, Happiness and a Positive Work Culture. Is It Possible? w/ Sunny Grosso

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Sunny Grosso, where we dive deep into the intricacies of authenticity, happiness, and creating a positive work culture. Join us as we challenge conventional views of happiness, explore the evolution of this elusive emotion, and unravel the more profound aspects that contribute to a fulfilling work life. What to anticipate:

Challenging conventional views of happiness and exploring its multifaceted nature
The evolution of happiness and its dynamic relationship with personal and professional growth
The profound layers of happiness, exploring the connections between meaning, purpose, and consecutiveness
Uncover practical happiness habits and understand how they contribute to a positive and authentic work culture
Understanding the significance of self-awareness and aligning personal values with work culture for authentic happiness
Discover an example of a workplace culture that embraces both highs and lows, viewing challenges as opportunities for innovation
Explore the paradigm shift required in workplaces to foster a positive and authentic work culture

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes! Quote "There's really no change without courage, there's no evolution." - Sunny Grosso Connect with Sunny Grosso:

Website: https://www.sunnygrosso.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunnygrosso/
Email: sunny@sunnygrosso.com

Sunny is the founder of Sunny Grosso Consulting, a founding member of Delivering Happiness, one of the first known happiness consultants, and global speaker with over a decade of success in wellbeing at work.

Work With Am Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment

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A Global Exploration On Navigating Diversity & Communication w/ Cinzia Beretta

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Join me. Amy Lynn Durham, with Cinzia Beretta, as we explore and understand the significance of diverse viewpoints worldwide.

We discuss the critical spiritual intelligence skill "the awareness of others' worldviews", the transformative power of internal growth, and the universal principles of communication that seamlessly bridge cultural gaps. Key Discussion Points:▪ Awareness of Others' Worldviews: Learn about cultivating awareness and appreciation for different cultural lenses. ▪ Power of Curiosity for Personal Growth: Explore how curiosity can fuel your development. ▪ Effective Communication through Asking Questions: Learn the importance of questions for genuine understanding. ▪ Navigating Assertiveness in Communication: Understand the balance between assertiveness and aggressiveness. ▪ Tips on Practicing Boundary Setting: Learn effective strategies to set boundaries and prevent communication from turning aggressive.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes!

Quote:"I believe that teams that have different backgrounds, that come from different places around the work, that have different cultures, they make a team richer in terms of engagement, ideas, and creativity" - Cinzia Beretta

Connect with Cinzia Beretta:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cinzia-beretta-089a003/

Cinzia Beretta is a multicultural global leader living in Italy. She is passionate about cultures, languages, inclusiveness and building meaningful human connections across the globe.

Her energy comes from leading and working with senior leaders, teams and individuals, enabling them to thrive, unleash their potential and stay engaged with experiential learning, transformative growth programs, coaching and culture communication.

She has spent her 20+ year career working in a variety of communication areas, focusing in particular on culture and employee engagement and more recently on leadership development in a big multinational company. On top of her communication activities, she currently leads multi-language learning, growth and coaching programs for emerging leaders, to accelerate their transformative growth in international environments and retain top talents during moments of change.

She believes coaching and emotional intelligence are key to help leaders (and people in general) connect with other human beings in an authentic way and pursue a fulfilled balanced and ultimately happy life. (Disclaimer: The views expressed in the podcast are the guest's independent thoughts).

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Closing the Gaps: A Fresh Start for Your Business in the New Year with Stephanie German

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Stephanie German, author of So Your Boss Can't Lead?: A Practical Guide to Be the Leader You Want where we start the new year with a fresh perspective on business leadership. Join us in this insightful episode as we explore insights on where to turn when individuals feel their leaders are ineffective or when proper leadership education is lacking and practical strategies for empowering individuals and fostering effective leadership. What to anticipate:

Tips are shared from, So Your Boss Can't Lead?: A Practical Guide to Be the Leader You Want
Ways to empower yourself to grow in business and leadership
How to navigate leadership challenges
Resources for effective leadership
How to address a lack of clarity in your organization
Advice for overcoming avoidance

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes! Quote "The end goal is creating a business that you love, creating a business that when you first started thinking about what you wanted to do and you had this grand vision, you're able to see this vision come to life and able to fulfill the mission you feel called to and not stress about it every day" - Stephanie German Connect with Stephanie German:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniegerman/
Website: https://checklist.germanbusinessconsulting.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniegerman/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniegerman/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YXF7RKQ

Stephanie German is the owner and Executive Strategist at German Business Consulting, adjunct professor at Fresno Pacific University, and speaker. She holds a master's degree in organizational leadership and loves giving back to her community in various ways. When she's not consulting and coaching clients or writing about business, Stephanie usually heads to the mountains or the beach with her family, drinks savory wine, or works on the latest project with her husband. She lives in Fresno, California with her husband Blake and three spunky daughters, Cara, Kinsey, and Peyton. She is the best-selling author of So Your Boss Can't Lead?

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Unlocking the Wisdom of Your Dreams for Greater Success with Megan Mary

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Understanding dream analysis and connection to higher self
Unveiling the subconscious mind
Benefits of tapping into your dreams
Interpreting dreams for personal insight
Dreamwork for leaders
The power of intention and affirmation in dream work
Dreamwork's impact on problem-solving
Tapping into creative moments through dreams
Decoding nightmares
Exploring the relationship between alcohol intake and dreams

Website: http://womensdreamanalysis.com/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/womensdreamanalysis/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganmaryi/?
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@womensdreamanalysis
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MeganMaryAuthor

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Ancient Wisdom For Leadership Transformation w/ Elen Sentier

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Elen Sentier a shamanic business coach who weaves British native shamanism, modern psychology, science, and storytelling into a process that helps 21st-century leaders get the edge they need by thinking out of the box.

Dive into the ancient wisdom that shapes not only personal growth but also facilitates positive change within the realm of business. What to anticipate:

Tips on how to escape overwhelm in decision-making
Walking between Different Worlds: The Shaman's Perspective
How to be present and tap into positive outcomes
The faith-neutral system of Spiritual Intelligence
Ways to seek guidance from the higher self in leadership

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes! Quote "People say a garden is a work in progress, a continuous work in progress. Well, so is life, and so is your business; you have to think it's growing." - Elen Sentier Connect with Elen Sentier:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elensentier/
Website: https://www.elensentier.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WyesWomenShamans/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elensentier009/

Elen Sentier is a successful practising business witch who combines modern transpersonal psychotherapy with ancient witchery. She helps open-minded, forward-looking, solopreneurs, SMB owners, team leaders (and their teams), who want to make a difference in the world.

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The Journey From Corporate to Creating Magic At Work – Amy Gets Interviewed by Seyyida

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Amy's journey from corporate to coaching inspiration
Unique qualities setting Amy apart in coaching
Boundaries within the transformative coaching industry
Insights into the Dynamics of Spiritual Narcissism
Making compassionate decisions amidst significant stress
Practicing guidance from the higher self daily
Practical tools for resetting and maintaining balance
Amy's Coaching Toolbox: techniques for client support
The purpose and inspiration behind Amy's transformative workbook

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How To Make Equitable Feedback A Catalyst for Innovation w/ Ollie Lingwood-Craddock

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Ollie Lingwood-Craddock where we unravel the dynamics of building an equitable feedback culture that propels innovation.

In this episode, we explore the inspiration behind "Rungway" and dive deep into creating a psychologically safe environment for giving and receiving feedback.

Explore the inner workings required for leaders to maintain openness to feedback, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. What to anticipate:

Inspiration behind "Rungway"
Providing feedback in a psychologically safe manner
Diverse approaches for leaders to seek feedback
Navigating change in the feedback process
Ensuring safety in providing and receiving feedback
Alternative approaches to the "my door is always open" approach
Creating channels for comfortable feedback and idea sharing
Knowing what's going wrong as a leader and taking action
Inner work for leader's openness to feedback

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes! Quote "You don't hear the real truth from people because people either don't engage at all, or they feel that they can't, they aren't fully safe so they can't share everything" - Ollie Lingwood-Craddock

Connect with Ollie Lingwood-Craddock: Website: https://rungway.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craddocko/?originalSubdomain=uk Ollie Lingwood-Craddock is a passionate leader with a focus on growth through people. With extensive experience in scaling SaaS business models, B2B revenue growth, talent/learning/edtech sector knowledge, content development, and subscription business growth, Ollie is a sought-after speaker and thought leader in the industry.

As the CEO of Rungway, Ollie is at the forefront of employee listening platforms that guide constructive conversations, enable stronger connections with leadership, and accelerate employee-based decision-making. With over 100,000 employees worldwide using the platform, Rungway is changing the way organizations manage change by providing a continuous feedback loop that fosters a psychologically safe environment for employees to speak up and contribute to creating a more open and inclusive culture.

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The Invisible Fences That Divide Us At Work w/ Jeffrey Besecker

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment Gaining a deeper understanding of our unconscious scripts and their significance in shaping our responses and behaviors, is on my heart this week at Create Magic At Work.®

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Jeffrey Besecker, a seer, a healer, and a guide who helps others understand how unconscious behaviors influence life.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

▪ How to spot an unconscious pattern or script you may be living with. ▪ How to rewrite our automatic ego scripts. ▪ How to embrace anger and express it in a healthy way ▪ Ways to create psychological safety in the workplace.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes.

Quote "One key aspect is always step to the forefront. That's that aspect of creating partnerships and creating that visionary approach to understand how we grow and change as individuals, how we connect and communicate, and how we form a whole as a community." - Jeffrey Besecker Connect with Jeffrey Besecker: Instagram: @jeffreybesecker LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-besecker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelightinsidepodcast Jeffrey is a seer, a healer, and a guide - who also helps other people understand how unconscious behaviors influence life.

In this regard, both a coach and a mentor. But first and foremost - educator. Jeffrey is a holistic behavioral coach who influences the balance of our conscious existence.

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Transforming Frustration Into Leadership Serenity with Cari Jacobs-Crovetto

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Cari Jacobs-Crovetto an Executive Coach and Advisor specializing in leadership development as we explore the art of turning frustration into leadership serenity. Be a part of this thought-provoking and transformative conversation with us as we explore the realms of leadership serenity, soul retrieval, and a live exercise where we release challenging energies such as frustration.

WHAT TO ANTICIPATE:

▪ Assertiveness vs. Aggressiveness: Discover effective communication strategies, understanding the fine line between assertiveness and aggression. ▪ Mindful Living: Learn techniques to slow down and genuinely experience your daily encounters, fostering a heightened awareness of your surroundings. ▪ Soul Rewiring: Explore the profound connection between leadership and soul fulfillment, with insights into rewiring for long-term satisfaction. ▪ Live Exercise: Immerse yourself in a live exercise designed to release frustration and cultivate a sense of peacefulness.

Let's commit to embracing a deliberate pace, savoring each life moment rather than hurriedly moving on to the next.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes.

Quote: "We get so fixated at work on where we're getting to next that there are times when I think we actually lost touch with why we began the whole journey in the first place." - Cari Jacobs-Crovetto

Connect with Cari Jacobs-Crovetto:Website: https://www.carijacobs.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CariJacobsSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Cari_Jacobs_SF LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carisf/ Cari Jacobs-Crovetto is an executive coach and advisor specializing in leadership development. She built a career at ad agencies in the 90s, working with prominent brands like Levi's, P&G, and Lexus. She then moved into the entertainment industry with NBC and CBS and contributed to Bay Area startups, including Sunrun and ModCloth.

In the early 2000s, Cari pivoted towards promoting personal growth, earning mindfulness certifications from Google and UC Berkeley. She eventually founded The Force Majeure, offering executive coaching to startup CEOs and founders, including clients from LinkedIn, Coinbase, and Twitch. Additionally, she is an active coach at Stanford University and regularly published in Forbes, as a Forbes Council Member.

Cari's personal achievements are equally impressive. She spent three months in silence in the Himalayas and accumulated over 5,000 hours in silent meditation. She was part of the founding teams of two solar startups and played a role in launching a new category of co-investing.

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Redefining Resilience In A Tumultuous Workplace w/ Cherini Ghobrial

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment In the high-pressure corporate world driven by relentless achievement reframing what resilience truly means is on my heart this week at Create Magic At Work®. Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Cherini Ghobrial, a Somatic Experiencing practitioner, as we discuss how some current workplace definitions of resilience may be doing more harm than good. Also, we explore the mind-body connection, the demands of hyper-achievement, and the vital importance of giving yourself permission to rest. WHAT TO ANTICIPATE:▪ How to explore subtle body signals before burnout. ▪ Ways to have energy consciousness in a world of hyper-achievement. ▪ Tips for those struggling to rest. ▪ Redefining resilience in the workplace. Let's challenge the norms of resilience in the modern workplace as you listen in on valuable insights for living a healthier, more playful, and aligned life.If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes. Quote "Connecting with the sound of something or the taste of something to really ground you into the present, helps keep the body online so it hasn't completely gone offline." - Cherini Ghobrial Connect with Cherini Ghobrial: Website: www.cherinighobrial.com unCURATED: www.uncuratedco.com Cherini Ghobrial, PharmD. is a licensed pharmacist, Berkeley Certified Executive Coach, and Somatic Experiencing practitioner (Intermediate level). She has experienced firsthand the physical and emotional challenges that come from living a life as a high achiever, but disconnected from herself. But in 2020, she experienced a physical health crisis that brought her to rock bottom. Her health crisis began her journey of reconnecting to her body, learning to hear her body's wisdom, and developing embodied self-regulation skills. Her goal with her clients is to help them reconnect to the wisdom of their body's intelligence and increase their capacity to regulate their emotions. By doing so, they can experience embodied resilience by remaining present through life's ups and downs, greater aliveness, and restored choice, instead of living overwhelmed, burn-out, and stuck in survival mode.

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Is Balance a Myth for Parents in the Workplace? w/ Dr. Anne Welsh

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment Join me, Amy Lynn Durham and Dr. Anne Welsh, a Clinical Psychologist, Executive Coach, & Consultant, as we delve into the experiences, challenges, and successes of working parents. In this enlightening episode, we navigate the intricate journey of balancing career growth and family life. Come along with us as we explore the profound effects of flexibility, wise and compassionate leadership, and the biases that often surround the lives of working parents.

What to anticipate: ▪ Mitigating Talent Drain in the Workplace Caused by Flexibility Concerns. ▪ Overcoming Stereotypes Associated with Working Parents ▪ Addressing Preconceived Notions about Childbearing Age ▪ Promoting Flexibility-Supportive Initiatives in the Workplace ▪ Establishing Effective Parental Leave Policies ▪ Rethinking the Notion of Balance for Working Mothers

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes!

Quote"I think a lot of times moms walk into my office thinking that balance is this kind of nirvana state that they're going be able to find if they can just get the right formula and there's often a lot of guilt and shame that they haven't figured it out and assumptions that everyone else has and so first we just start by breaking apart the idea that balance is even achievable or that balance is somehow a thing you find." - Dr. Anne Welsh

Connect with Dr. Anne Welsh:

Website: https://www.drannewelsh.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drannewelsh/ Instagram: @dr.welsh.coaching After leaving a career at Harvard, Dr. Anne Welsh launched her own practice to support women and mothers through therapy, executive coaching and consulting. With a specialized focus in working with women in STEM, healthcare and law, she is an expert in the transition from working person to working parent. Dr. Welsh combines her research background with practical experience to help women grow their careers, and advise employers on generating impactful policies and practices to support them.

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The Leadership Contradiction w/ Traycee Mayer

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Get your copy of The Leadership Contradiction here. Work With Amy Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Traycee Mayer, an expert in helping leaders leverage the strengths of human connection, as we embark on an insightful journey of the intricate world of leadership, choices, and acceptance. Traycee introduces the concept from her book about the choices we encounter throughout our lives and how they shape our leadership.

Discover valuable advice and reflective insights on letting go of regret and finding peace with your decisions.

What to anticipate:

Ways to incorporate acceptance of choices we've made in the past.
Letting go of regret gracefully.
Contradictions in leadership are named and discussed.
How to hold accountability and kindness in the same space at work.
Ways to increase acts of kindness in your leadership that inspire productivity.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes!

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"It's really about not just taking those slippery slopes and those rocky paths and the ones that are dark and scary, but what can we learn from that so that we can improve our lives and the lives of the people we lead?" - Traycee Mayer

Connect with Traycee Mayer:

Website: https://beyouleadership.com/ Email: traycee@beyouleadership.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trayceemayer YouTube: @beyouleadership Instagram: @trayceemayer

Traycee is an expert in helping leaders leverage the strengths of human connection to achieve explosive success in their own careers and with those they lead. She unapologetically believes people don't need to be treated fairly, they need to be treated as the unique individuals they are in order to thrive and succeed. She has led teams of hundreds and helped to create paths for dozens of great leaders. Traycee can help you drive accountability, productivity, and positive financial results while guiding you in leadership presence, growth mindsets and new tools to help you attract and retain individuals with exceptional talent. Plus, she can help you get the very best from everyone on your team. She's experienced great triumphs as an entrepreneur, executive coach, leadership trainer and as an author of her soon to be released book, The Leadership Contradiction. Traycee has over 40 years of Leadership success in many areas of hospitality, business development and facility operations, and has demonstrated a uniquely authentic ability to relate to and develop all levels of employees and model excellence in a 360-degree fashion. She is known to be transparent, trustworthy and intuitive in guiding you to your best path forward.

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Inclusive Organizational Futures: Mapping Tomorrow's Landscape w/ Dr. Sandra Upton

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Dr. Sandra Upton, Founder + Chief DEI Strategist at Upton Consulting Group, where we delve into Cultural Intelligence in the workplace. Dr. Upton shares her extensive insights and expertise, shedding light on the importance of cultural Intelligence and inclusion in today's organizational landscape. Discover Dr. Upton's wisdom and experience that will inspire you to broaden your cultural intelligence skills for the workplace. What to anticipate:

Discover the personal benefits of Cultural Intelligence\
Cultivate skills for effective cross-cultural collaboration
Unlock opportunities for inclusive work and compensation
Learn why the spiritual intelligence skill, 'awareness of other's world views' can help you become more successful.

Quote "I understand and I teach organizations all the time that it's not enough to just make people aware or sensitive to cultural differences but none of them actually guarantee that I'm going to be effective in those interactions so that's where cultural intelligence comes in because it's capability. It's a form of intelligence that can be measured." - Dr. Sandra Upton Connect with Dr. Sandra Upton: Website: https://uptonconsultinggroup.com/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drsandraupton Email: sandra.upton@uptonconsultinggroup.com As Founder and Chief DEI Strategist with Upton Consulting Group (UCG), Dr. Upton brings 25+ years of DEI experience consulting, coaching and training with businesses, educational institutions, governmental agencies and non-profits to this work. Prior to launching UCG, Dr. Upton was Vice President, Global Diversity Practice with the Cultural Intelligence Center and was responsible for providing strategic leadership and expertise on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) matters for hundreds of clients across the globe. She led organization's response to the growing demand from global and Fortune 500 companies to Ivy-League universities. She is also a subject matter expert in unconscious bias training.

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Creating a Safe Space & Healing Hyper Masculinity in Business w/ Sean Harvey

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Sean Harvey as we engage in a profound conversation on a transformative journey that Sean provides in healing hyper-masculinity in business. Sean provides examples of superficial leadership training, shedding light on the need for more meaningful and transformative approaches to leadership development. Discover what led Sean to his mission of working with men, helping them navigate and transcend hyper-masculinity in a rapidly evolving world. What to anticipate:

Transitioning from the shadow to embracing one's essence.
Examples of superficial leadership training.
Sean's journey to working with men and addressing hyper-masculinity.
The three touch-points that ignited Sean's passion for this work.
Exploring workplace spirituality.
Components cultivating compassion in the workplace.
The role of storytelling and understanding personal histories.
Characteristics of a hyper-masculine workplace.
Drawbacks of being in a hyper-masculine environment.
Tapping into shared humanity for greater compassion.
The transformative impact of Sean's work.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes! Quote "When I talk about the work of spirituality in the workplace, I really translate it to, it's just the concepts of love, compassion, and, deeper humanity" - Sean Harvey Connect with Sean:

Website: https://www.warriorcompassion.com/
Instagram: @warrior_compassion
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanharvey/
Book: Warrior Compassion: Unleashing the Healing Power of Men

Sean Harvey, MSOD, MSEd, is Chief Compassion Officer and Founder of the Warrior Compassion Men's Studio. His work in personal, organizational, and societal transformation is inspired by twenty-five years of organization development consulting combined with his past and current academic affiliations at Cornell University, New York University, Baruch College CUNY, and George Washington University. In 2021, Sean received the Saul A. Silverman Award for Conflict Resolution and Healing from the International Organization Development Association for his healing work with men in hyper-masculine systems. As an interfaith minister, he co-founded Project Compassion, a national initiative to deepen compassion in police departments. Sean is also a TEDx Speaker with his talk, "Compassion Makes the Warrior." Learn more about his work at www.warriorcompassion.com.

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Pt. 2 - Feedback Generation Z: Unleashing the Power of Feedback for Tomorrow's Leaders w/ Aaron Tabacco

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Aaron Tabacco, in part 2 of a 2-part episode, where we continue our conversation around transformational feedback and utilizing it to foster meaningful relationships through curiosity. We start by emphasizing the importance of curiosity and information exchange in building connections as a leader and a recipient. Skill 16 of Spiritual Intelligence was discussed, highlighting the significance of seeking guidance from a transformational feedback perspective. We explore the concept of holistic reception, emphasizing self-generosity and self-exploration as crucial elements. Additionally, we considered the value of generational conversations, focusing on understanding feedback from a Gen Z colleague's perspective. This episode encourages listeners to embrace curiosity and self-exploration to build more profound and enriching relationships when giving and receiving feedback. Today on Create Magic At Work®:

Ways to tap into curiosity in difficult conversations

How to practice presence during feedback interactions
Ways to prepare yourself as a recipient of feedback
Why the practice of self-awareness offers exponential growth
How to approach requesting feedback
Ways to prompt feedback conversations

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"A space of setting aside and wanting to be a very high level practitioner of self-reflection is the key to development." - Aaron Tabacco Aaron Tabacco is an RN with a PhD, an Executive Coach, and the Director of Staff Experience in the Department of Medicine at the University of California San Francisco. A former professor of developmental pediatrics, Aaron transitioned into his current line of work three years ago, becoming a thought leader in developing holistic workplaces, leadership development, DEI efforts, and internal institutional workforce research. He is a highly skilled public speaker and communicator, having been featured at numerous public and private professional engagements in his areas of specialty. Aaron has several professional publications in the US, Europe, Japan, and online, and is a graduate of the UC Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute at the Berkeley-Hass School of Business. Additionally, Aaron has engaged in high-stakes healthcare and higher education conflict mediation for families and professionals over thirteen years. He's a father of three young adult sons who live in Portland, Oregon. Aaron currently lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. Connect with Aaron:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-tabacco-phd-rn-83359b9/

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Pt. 1 - Elevating Feedback Through Skillful Presence w/ Aaron Tabacco

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

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Within every critique lies the potential for growth or disheartenment. A workplace where growth is nurtured, not souls crushed is on my heart this week at Create Magic At Work®...

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Aaron Tabacco, in Part 1 of a 2-part episode, we delve into workplace feedback, focusing on its potential for transformation over crushing the spirit.

We explore going beyond constructive feedback and tap into utilizing transformational feedback as a catalyst for growth. Strategies for providing feedback that inspires change are offered.

We tackle the challenge of conducting difficult conversations with self-awareness, compassion and address how to stay receptive on the receiving end of feedback.

If you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-tabacco-phd-rn-83359b9/

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Embracing The Edge: Stepping Into Your Edgewalker Journey

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Take The Edgewalker Profile Visit the website **I offer private 1:1 coaching experiences that incorporate the Edgewalker skills & qualities. Reach out to me if you are interested at amy@createmagicatwork.net. Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, in the final episode of Season 4!

I share my journey as an Edgewalker and discuss the exciting news about an upcoming Edgewalker group coaching program. We'll explore the qualities and skills of an Edgewalker, how I discovered this aspect in myself, and how it can do the same for you.

Today on Create Magic At Work®:

A peek inside my personal Edgewalker journey
Ways to discover your Edgewalker within
The vision and mission behind Create Magic at Work®
Navigating change and transformation
Risk-taking responsibly to manifest your dreams

Quote"It can be positive to risk take. However, you want to stay on the edge, not fall over the edge" - Amy

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Edgewalkers & the Integration of Spirituality in the Workplace w/ Judi Neal

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Today on Create Magic At Work®:

Learn what an Edgewalker is.
How you can connect different worlds together as an Edgewalker
How to be a change agent for the greater good.
The role Edgewalkers can play in soul-broken organizations.
Ways to cultivate playfulness at work and in life.

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How to Thrive in Today's Corporate Chaos w/ Shawn Comboy

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment Working and thriving in chaos can be challenging, but it is certainly possible. With practice and resilience, you can turn chaos into an opportunity for growth and success. Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Shawn Comboy, the Founder of Shawn Comboy Executive Coaching and Consulting and Executive Coach/Leadership Team at GILD Coaching. She works with executive leaders who are navigating transition and change. She assists them in achieving their goals, maximizing their effectiveness as leaders, and operating in a sustainable way that inspires others. Today on Create Magic At Work®:

How to work and thrive in chaos.
How to be a wise and effective change agent
Ways you can simplify chaos for sustainability and burnout prevention.
How to set boundaries in your workplace.
How to seek support.

Quote "There's an element of confidence that comes from experience. So to me, as a coach and leader, to see that, put the mirror down, hold your breath, and challenge them to take that step because I know they're going to be amazing at it." - Shawn Comboy

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Embracing Self-Compassion: Amy Gets Interviewed

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Work With Amy Elevate Your Life With The SQ21 Assessment Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, on the Chakras & Chardonnay Podcast hosted by Maria Mayes. Maria is an Intuitive Meditation Teacher and Well-Being Coach. She specializes in Stress Management and Mental Wellness for small businesses and 1:1 coaching for individuals with high-stress occupations. She was gracious enough to let this interview live on the Create Magic At Work podcast. Join the conversation and get a peek behind the curtain to see what it's like to work with me. In this episode, we discuss stepping into my work world with genuine authenticity and why starting with compassion towards yourself is a game changer. Today on Create Magic At Work®:

The secret to having self-compassion
What it's like for clients to step into my world
Questions to ask yourself that bring self-awareness
Understanding when ego vs. higher self is in charge

Quote "Can you practice treating yourself with the same kindness, concern, and support that you would offer to a good friend? Can you be understanding and supportive of yourself even when things are tough?" - Amy Lynn Durham Connect with Maria:

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The Power of Disruptive Leadership w/ Paul McCarthy

Mon, 29 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Paul McCarthy, a speaker on disruptive leadership, a positive disruptor of the status quo, a guide to address organizational toxicity, a catalyst, and author of Fired Leadership. We discuss why the status quo needs to be disrupted in a positive way regarding leadership and how this disruption needs to be normalized and embraced to lead to growth and innovation. Also, we discuss showing up as your authentic self in the workplace, removing the mask, and putting your ego aside for a shift in leadership. Today on Create Magic At Work®:

Why the status quo needs to be disrupted
Toxic positivity in the workplace explained
Importance of putting your ego as a leader aside
Leading with purpose, passion, and vision for the greater good
Five leadership qualities for the future
Normalizing disruptive leadership

Quote "On this journey that I've been on for about three or four years now, I have had a number of people who play it safe in organizations, be very uncomfortable when I talk about fired leadership and the reason they're uncomfortable is because… and I'm about to link two concepts here at a macro level and so I'm going to talk about the way we treat being fired is a taboo subject. Nobody wants to hang around with a leader who's been fired." - Paul McCarthy

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Are You Exhausted From Over-Giving? w/ Becc Nelson

Mon, 22 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Becc Nelson, an LMFT, a spiritual, soulful, heart-centered healer, speaker, and author who has been an expert in transformation and ascension since 1992. We discuss the balance between giving and receiving, a fundamental aspect of healthy relationships in life and business, and how to alleviate an imbalance in the giving and receiving energy within you. Also, ways to heal feelings of resentment, anger, and mistrust, and how to set clear boundaries in life and business. Today on Create Magic At Work®:

The importance of holding energetic boundaries
The difference between empathy and compassion
Making decisions for yourself from your higher self
How to set boundaries if you are overgiving
Balancing your giving and receiving energy

Quote: "When you're empathetic, you actually feel other people's feelings to the point where you can't sometimes tell the difference between is this me experiencing this or is this the other person?" - Becc Nelson

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An Emerging Way To Successfully Collaborate At Work w/ Kristin Joy Ekkens

Mon, 15 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Take The Edgewalker Profile Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Kristin Joy Ekkens, a TEDx Speaker, Culture x DEIB x Social Impact Thought Leader, Executive Coach, Entrepreneur, and Cultural Edgewalker. Her passion and area of expertise are helping individuals and organizations drive culturally intelligent innovation. In this episode, we discuss Edgewalkers in the workplace and how an Edgewalker can think outside the box and is willing to take risks to innovate and find new solutions to problems. We also dive into cultural intelligence for the workplace and describe the learned skills to obtain this title. Today on Create Magic At Work®:

What is Cultural Intelligence for the Workplace
Finding your super nodes in your organization
Qualities of an Edgewalker
Why human connection and kindness is important in the workplace

Quote "Knowledge is about understanding people's cultural differences and similarities. It's understanding their backgrounds, what the business systems look like, the religious systems look like in different cultures, all the different ways, even linguistics and language, and how that helps us see the world in a different way from our different language point of view. These are different things that we look at our own cultural values and that's knowledge." - Kristin Joy Ekkens

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Recover The Power To Prioritize Yourself w/ Melissa Deally

Mon, 08 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Melissa Deally, an Integrative Mind Body Health Practitioner trained in NLP, Timeline Therapy, and a Hypnotherapy Teacher. In this episode, we discuss the impact of stress on the physical body and how the state of stress can affect elements in the workplace. We also discuss how to recognize the suffering of stress in oneself and the simple techniques to help with stress to amplify the workplace and leave the fight or flight state. Finally, we talk about tapping into our inner wisdom and instruction and utilizing our resources. Today on Create Magic At Work®:

Impact of Stress on the physical body
Impact of non-stressed Employees
Simple practices and techniques to help with stress
How to recognize the suffering of stress
The science of the fight or flight state
Benefits of Hypnosis for burnout in the workplace

Melissa is dedicated to helping her clients discover the root cause of their health issues and truly heal, while detoxing their physical, mental and emotional bodies. Melissa's business is 100% virtual, and she works with the entire English speaking world.

Melissa is an international speaker, three time best-selling author, and has been named to the 2022 CREA Global Award list, and the winner of the Alignable 2023 & 2022 Local Business Person Of The Year Award for Whistler. She is also the recipient of the 2022 & 2021 Quality Care Award by Businesses From The Heart. Melissa is the host of the "Don't Wait For Your Wake Up Call!" podcast, a podcast offering practical education around health, which ranked in the top 5% of Global podcasts by Listen Notes in the first 3 months of launching. Quote "Fact that this is your life and you have one life, you get to choose how you show up every single day and what you want to truly do with your life. Did you fall into the position that you're in right now, and does it truly align with who you are at your core?" - Melissa Deally Connect with Melissa:

https://linktr.ee/yourguidedhealthjourney

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The Importance of Looking Within When Navigating Change w/ Zeina Kronfol

Mon, 01 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Zeina Kronfol, an ICF-Certified Holistic Life, Career, Executive Coach, and Consultant. In this episode, we discuss how you can level up and navigate transitions more gracefully and efficiently in your professional life. In addition, we discuss the steps for the internal properties associated with healing to ensure you show up as your best self and find your clarity and what drives you as a leader. Today on Create Magic At Work®:

Ways to navigate change in your professional life
Why journaling can help tune into yourself and your body
The importance of clarity and identifying what lights you up

Zeina has over 12 years in cross-functional leadership in international product marketing, brand strategy, and project management and knew from the beginning of her professional career that she was destined to help people, but she had no idea how.

Despite years of successfully climbing the corporate ladder, she continuously felt stifled and unfulfilled. Through her own self-healing journey, she fell into coaching and entrepreneurship, helping people reconnect with their passions, navigate change, and find fulfillment.

Quote "Are always talking about the mindfulness. The journaling and the meditation is really a way to quiet your mind and not be worried about what other people are thinking, your obligations, your family, but really being able to tune into yourself, into your body, and really understand what it is that lights you up and what's driving you and also what's triggering you. " - Zeina Kronfol Connect with Zeina:

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Recognizing Your Strengths w/ Consuela Munoz

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Consuela Munoz, a Gallup Certified Clifton Strengths Coach. as we discuss why focusing on your strengths improves motivation and increases focus in your work and life. Utilizing this in leadership, can maximize, build, and enhance the potential of your teams. Today on Create Magic At Work®:

How to get past "shiny object syndrome"
Why strength-based leaders and teams get better results
Effective goal-setting that truly aligns with your vision

Quote "The most important place to start is your goals. Now, you've probably been to a session where they're like, okay, if you want to do this, you set your goals, but are you owning them? So you want to make sure that, that goal is tied and aligned to the vision and that each person truly owns that goal as their goal." - Consuela Munoz Connect with Consuela:

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Transition From Crisis To Oasis w/ Denise Belisle

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Denise Belisle, founder of In-Motion Coaching. She is a serenity expert and positive intelligence specialist. In addition, she is an international speaker, online TV show host, functional medicine health coach, and Reiki master. In this episode, we discuss positive intelligence (PQ), which is a concept that emphasizes the importance of cultivating a positive mindset and reducing negative thinking patterns to improve one's well-being and performance. In spiritual intelligence, we understand the importance of this improvement in the workplace and its impact on quantum leaders and their teams. Today on Create Magic At Work®:

What is Positive Intelligence (PQ)
Separating your reaction from your response
Energy field emotions in the workplace
Ways to express emotion from a PQ perspective
Dealing with self-blame and shifting to compassion for self

Over the last 40 years, Denise has been immersed in all areas of health and wellness. She has been practicing mindfulness and meditation since she was a teenager and has developed great skills in the discipline of emotional and mental fitness. She is extremely excited to be working in the mental fitness and positive intelligence field, having a deeper understanding of people's mindsets and how her clients can gain better control over their emotions and behaviors. Quote "Decide for our own how we want to move forward, how do we want to continue living our life? Do we want to live in uncertainty and crisis? Or do we want to go into thriving and be in the oasis? So that's why I help people transition from crisis to oasis and find that spot that is, like, rocking your life, and it's like, I'm good no matter what. I'm moving forward. Bring it, adversity. I can handle it, and I'm going to rock this life." - Denise Belisle

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The Business Casual Yogi's Secrets To Leading With Less Stress

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Why you will experience karmic patterns in the workplace and what to do about them.
Ways to exercise self-compassion and forgiveness as a leader
How the planetary energies can lead to a deeper understanding of self
Why leaders benefit from going beyond EQ (emotional intelligence)

The Business Casual Yogi: Take Charge of Your Body, Mind, and Career - Book

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When Over-Efficiency Holds Back Progress w/ Norman Wolfe

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Norman Wolfe, a fellow SQ 21 Certified Coach, Founder and CEO of Quantum Leaders, and a leading voice in bringing about the transformation of the core paradigm of business. In this episode, we discuss extensively how a leader relates to a parent that can develop and nurture the capabilities of others in a compassionate way to build the confidence needed to succeed. Furthermore, by ensuring we allow the growth of turning mistakes and life experiences into learning and teachable opportunities, we can build trust within our teams. Confidence will enable open-minded, innovative opportunities to grow for all. Today on Create Magic At Work®:

The evolution of Quantum Leadership
How To Delegate as a leader
Compassionate leadership to inspire a positive response
Accepting mistakes as growth opportunities
How to maintain a proper balance between efficiency and chaos.

Norman is a 15-year veteran of Hewlett Packard, has lead companies large and small, been a public company director, and has over 30 years consulting and mentoring leaders in a wide range of industries.

He is the author of The Living Organization, an application of the core principles of how the world works, to how organizations and individuals create their results. It is a new way of thinking and being that can create extraordinary positive impact for an organization and society.

Connect with Norman:

Quantum Leaders:

www.quantumleaders.com
nwolfe@quantumleaders.com
(949) 689-2158

Norman's Book - The Living Organization:

Quote "Compassion means to suffer together. Com means together. Passion, suffer. That's where the root of that word comes from. So being compassionate has that sense of, yeah, I know it really feels shitty. I've been there, done that. What are we learning from it? How can we expand our awareness, our consciousness, our ability to grow?" - Norman Wolfe

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Harnessing Chaos to Unlock Possibility w/ Nenuca Syquia

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Nenuca Syquia, the CEO and Co-Founder of Better Organizations by Design, BOxD, a BIPOC, a women-owned and led firm that makes the people-side of business growth less chaotic and more efficient. In this episode, we discuss great insight on transforming chaotic situations and energy into an opportunity for quantum leaps within your company. We also discuss how to be a wise and compassionate leader while recognizing how to lift those we lead to excel in their expertise.

Today on Create Magic At Work®:

Methods to lead when experiencing massive changes
Leading through a change curve
Traits of a wise and effective change agent
How your energy as a leader can affect team morale and innovation

Nenuca has transformed businesses large and small - from Sanofi to The San Francisco Ballet. She was born and brought up in the Philippines and is currently based in the San Francisco Bay Area. She proudly leads a diverse team of consultants, coaches and specialists, located across the US, Canada, Latin America and the Philippines.

Nenuca provides unique perspectives on: leadership, team effectiveness, diversity, equity and inclusion and the design of healthy, prosperous organizations. She holds a Masters of Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University and a Masters of Science in Organizational Development from the University of San Francisco. Connect with Nenuca:

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"I think as leaders, they control the weather. That's the number one thing I always tell leaders. You are absolutely entitled to your emotions, and you should display emotions because it is who you are and it is authentic to the experience that you're having. We also have to be aware because as leaders, we are extremely visible. Our voices carry more weight than other people who are sitting in different parts of the organization. And so I'm not saying that we need to mask our emotions, but we have to be aware of the impact that our own emotions have. So depending on where the leaders themselves are in that change curve, they have to be aware that this could actually pull people towards that. So if somebody is angry about a change that is occurring, it will most definitely leak onto their teams." - Nenuca Syquia

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How Audacious Courage Makes You a Trusted Leader w/ Mark Travis Rivera

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0400

How to use fear as a compass
Ways to show up as your full authentic self
Transforming your fate into destiny
Religion in the workplace

Telling stories is at the core of Mark Travis Rivera's purpose in life. He is an award-winning creative– founder + lead storyteller + consultant of The Professional Storyteller.

https://linktr.ee/marktravrivera

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Unblock Your Path to Success w/ Dr. Patricia Suggs

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Join me in today's episode with Dr. Patricia Suggs as she takes us on her inspiring journey with the educational expertise that has gotten her to where she is today. She will take us through many topics related to conflict resolution, including techniques and tools, understanding team dynamics and how to compile this information for future success, and what it takes to be a quantum leader. Dr. Patricia Suggs is an international speaker, consultant, conflict resolution expert, coach, trainer, and CEO of ARISE Leadership Consulting, LLC. Education: Ph.D., M.Ed, M.Div. She inspires and coaches high-achieving women, both corporately and individually, to step out of their comfort zone to be authentic and unapologetic leaders. Areas of leadership focused on include: imposter syndrome; developing boundaries; becoming adaptable to change and learning techniques to deal with conflict effectively and with compassion. Being unapologetically confident is key to being an authentic and compassionate leader. Today on Create Magic At Work®:

Conflict resolution
Importance of self-confidence
Understanding team dynamics
Imposter syndrome and self-sabotage

Connect with Patricia Suggs:

LinkedIn: Dr. Patricia Suggs
Facebook: Patricia Suggs

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"Clarity only comes through action, you have to do it because until you do it you're not sure, you don't really know. Maybe there isn't anything else you need to learn because you've realized, golly, I've got enough, I'm doing it. With doing it you improve yourself every time." - Dr. Patricia Suggs

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Two Key Leadership Traits That Decrease Burnout

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wondered what it would take to improve your team dynamic as a leader, or have you noticed a decline in your team? In this episode, I express my three tips on how you can become a wise and compassionate leader to get you on the road to success with your dream team. Next, I will take you through specific statistics on overall job satisfaction and what elements and characteristics contribute to this. Finally, we will discuss real situations that may contribute to burnout and overall work decline in your team. Are you ready to improve your leadership skills? If so, then this one is for you! Today on Create Magic At Work®:

Tips on elevating your leadership skills
Compassionate and wise leadership
Leader characteristics that are detrimental to your team
Productivity and profitability

Quote "Skill 19 of Spiritual Intelligence is making wise and compassionate decisions. That is one of my areas of practice as an executive coach is coaching one on one clients to the 21 skills of spiritual intelligence. Skill 19 is making wise and compassionate decisions, and all of my clients, I can't think of one that I've worked with, has not in some way, shape, or form dove into that practice with me and really elevated their leadership skill set in that way." - Amy

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The Secret to Unobstructed Leadership w/ Martin Itzkow

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Join me with Martin Itzkow, a human value-centered, interpersonal neurobiological coach, and consultant as he shares his insights on how to lead from a neuroscience perspective, what it is, and how it affects companies. He also shares how to enhance our compassion by focusing on our own inner world.

Martin has had a diverse career and background in the human service sector, government, and as a private Executive Coach and Organizational Development Consultant internationally. Over the last three decades, Martin has facilitated over 550 consulting and coaching assignments, including strategic and long-term organizational planning, developmental evaluation, change readiness and management, corporate renewal, development growth, measuring and shaping organizational leadership culture, values-based decision-making, community visioning, and executive leadership.

Today on Create Magic At Work®:

Principles of a leader
Ways to operate with compassion and kindness
The importance of being a calming and healing presence
How to focus on your five senses to enhance decision making
And so much more!

Connect with Martin

Visit his Website

Quote: "And it is about people first and foremost. So, to go there, you need to look at the fact that you are a human being with a nervous system. You are creating the way you view your future and how you understand yourself and how you act with people. Are you willing to go inside yourself and go through a range of processes to unpack who are you below the surface?" - Martin

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Three Ways To Be A Calm Leader In Stressful Times

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the 4th Season of Creating Magic at Work Podcast!

In today's episode, I will share the three ways to be a calm leader in stressful times as well as my past experiences with other leaders on their ways to leading. I also share my key observations and why some leaders are missing the mark, what is the perfect way to run a team, and how to do it under stressful times.

Today on Create Magic At Work®:

How to be present at a high level
Practicing detachment
Quiet quitting
How not to tolerate fake positivity
And so much more

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"Do not create your leadership team in a way that they are not comfortable sharing information with you because you've created this culture or this environment where you only want to hear the good stuff." - Amy

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The Power of Taking 5 & Setting Intentions w/ Maria Mayes

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0400

In the Season 3 finale, I'm joined by Maria Mayes and she is here to help you take your power back from anxiety by using Take 5 and setting intentions. We discuss unhealthy, unconscious habits, how to change them, and the power of setting intentions.

Maria Mayes is a Well-Being Coach and teacher who helps her clients find the freedom that only inner peace can offer. As the founder of Take 5, she is on a mission to help working parents take their power back from anxiety. She specializes in simplifying techniques and ancient wisdom teachings into small digestible bites that are easy to apply. With decades of leading teams in the technology space, she is passionate about well-being in the workplace which inspired her to create her signature Take 5 Stretch & Breath Breaks and Wine & Well-Being Workshops. Maria is Certified through Chopra Global in Coaching, Meditation and Ayurveda and is an RYT200 Yoga Teacher with speciality training in mental health, neuroscience, applied poly-vagal theory and breathwork. As a working mom who understands the juggle of career demands while caring for children and aging parents simultaneously, much of her work is geared towards helping business owners, leaders and others with high stress occupations achieve a baseline of inner peace.

Today on Create Magic At Work®:

What is Take 5 and how it came to life
Unconscious habits that we use as a coping mechanism
How to start shifting unconscious habits that don't serve you
How can leaders reduce anxiety in the workplace
A Live Take 5 session with Maria

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Website: https://createmagicatwork.net/

Connect with Maria:

Website: www.take5.health
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/take5health
Facebook: www.facebook.com/take5health
Instagram: www.instagram.com/take5health

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"The intention that we can set after we have arrived in presence, can transform the outcome of whatever we are consuming." - Maria

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Quantum Leaps in Life and Business w/ Gavin Conway

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0400

In this podcast episode, I'm joined by Gavin Conway. We discuss quantum leadership and quantum leaps in your life and business. Also discussed is how it translates into energetics in the sales process and how to use it to your advantage.

Today on Create Magic At Work®:

What is a quantum leader and what does it mean
How do you shift your identity into a quantum leap
The downside of not moving into quantum leadership space
What does quantum leadership look like in sales and business
Tapping into energetics in sales
How to empower ourselves and others

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Sign up for: Create A Burnout Free Team & Workplace
Free Activity: Three Steps To Love Your Job & Life Today
Work With Amy
Instagram: @createmagicatwork
Website: https://createmagicatwork.net/

Connect with Gavin:

Email: gavin@conway.consulting
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/gavinpatrickconway
Website: www.conway.consulting

Gavin is a sales and mindset mentor and coach with Conway Consulting, a world class international sales and mindset company. Our motto is Manifest with Peace of Mind. Gavin is on a mission to help entrepreneurs, sales, people, coaches, and consultants step into their most powerful selves and master the art of selling, Gavin's approach combines mechanics and harmonics - the believes that a true quantum leap happens as a result of a change in self-perception, identity and aligning yourself to a set of powerful universal laws and principles. Quote: "If we're in a violation about what we know is most important to us and meaningful, and we're not expressing it, or being in an alignment with it, we start to shrink inside." - Gavin

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When Does Self-Care Become Selfish? w/ Seyyida

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0400

Seyyida and I discuss the importance of self-care, how lack of self-care influences our personal and work relationships, and how we can use those relationships to elevate ourselves to the highest level possible to learn and grow as leaders and people.

Today on Create Magic At Work®:

Deterioration of relationships due to over-commitment to the job
Activating your sense of self-awareness and self-reflection to improve your relationships
Self-care doesn't benefit just you, it benefits all your relationships
The importance of being interdependent and collaborating with others
What to do when you're overworking to counterbalance somebody that's underperforming

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Sign up for: Create A Burnout Free Team & Workplace
Free Activity: Three Steps To Love Your Job & Life Today
Work With Amy
Instagram: @createmagicatwork
Website: https://createmagicatwork.net/

Connect with Seyyida:

Website: www.sol-insight.com

Seyyida's approach to Executive Coaching is grounded in guided self-discovery animated by both the heart and mind. She is devoted to creating generative spaces safe enough for vulnerability and insights that lead to action. Seyyida uses various modalities to support greater focus, clarity of purpose, strategic planning, effective goal setting, intentional action and execution. She aims for her clients to more fully actualize and realize their highest hopes and aspirations, increase their genuine connections with others and purposeful contributions. She strives to energize, inspire, activate self-reflection, intuitive/emotional/spiritual intelligence,and unveil hidden obstacles within to unleash potential and peak performance in all areas. Ultimately, she seeks to support her clients in elevating their self-awareness, self-growth, self-acceptance, self-love, and the ability to cultivate healthy connections with others.

Resources from this episode:

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"You put yourself in the best position possible when you take care of yourself first." - Seyyida

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Going Beyond EQ (Emotional Intelligence) In Your Leadership - Amy Gets Interviewed

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0400

This episode is a special treat! You get a peek behind the curtain to feel what it is like to be a private client of Amy's. She gets interviewed by Samm Smeltzer from - The HRart of It podcast who was generous enough to let this interview live on the Create Magic At Work podcast. Why spiritual intelligence is essential to up-leveling your life is discussed. The 21 skills of spiritual intelligence, increasing self-awareness, and ways to access your Higher Self to transform your life and leadership.

Today on Create Magic At Work®:

What created Amy's passion for spiritual intelligence
Real client stories of transformation
Ways to recognize when your ego is running the show
Benefits you achieve in your life by accessing your higher self

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Sign up for: Create A Burnout Free Team & Workplace
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Work With Amy
Instagram: @createmagicatwork
Website: https://createmagicatwork.net/

Connect with Samm:

The HRart of It
Website HRartcenter.comResources from this episode:
Listen to my first interview with Samm Spiritual Intelligence and the Ego With Amy Lynn Durham

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"Your higher self in SQ is that place within you. That comes from wisdom, compassion, and love, the unselfish, loving, and wise essence within you." - Amy

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Facing Your Shadow At Work w/ Rebeca Eigen

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0400

In today's podcast episode, I'm joined by a very special guest Rebeca Eigen. We talk about recognizing your "shadow" at work and ways to pinpoint it in your personal/work relationships, and much more!

What To Anticipate:

Rebeca explains how to recognize your own "shadow".
How to recognize if you are projecting parts of yourself onto another person.
Practicing the pause to uncover and fix the real issue.
How to accept others for who they are in order to bring change.

Connect with Amy:

Sign up for: Create A Burnout Free Team & Workplace
Free Activity: Three Steps To Love Your Job & Life Today
Work With Amy
Instagram: @createmagicatwork
Website: https://createmagicatwork.net/

Connect with Rebeca:

Rebeca Eigen is an Astrological Marriage & Relationship FIXER for 25+ years and author of The Shadow Dance & the Astrological 7th House Workbook. Her in-depth study of Astrology and Jungian psychology has given her invaluable insights to help you see how the unconscious plays an important role in your relationships. Visit her website for a list of consultations available for individuals, couples, parent/child, friends — any relationship that you are trying to understand. On shadowdance.com, Rebeca has a "Membership Portal" called Shadow Work & Your 7th House with a 1x fee for life (6 Modules) designed to help you do your own Shadow Work using your birth chart to see your specific 7th house requirements. The planets in, or ruling the 7th house, and in aspect to your Venus, will give you details of what you are missing in yourself.

Resources from this episode:

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"Is this person giving you an emotional charge? Are you getting super annoyed? Because that is a real clue that something has gotten projected." - Rebeca

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How Failure Can Move You Forward w/ Emily Sander

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0400

In today's podcast episode, I'm joined by Emily Sander. We talk about how failure can actually move you forward and reframing failure into a positive experience. We also discuss hiring, recruiting and how you might make the process easier for yourself.

Emily Sander is a C-Suite Executive and Founder of Next Level Coaching. As an ICF-Certified Coach, Emily guides clients towards new perspectives that enable them to adapt and evolve as leaders. She is the author of the book, Hacking Executive Leadership.

Today on Create Magic At Work®:

Tips you can put into practice from Emily's book Hacking Executive Leadership
What is the failure loop
Viewing failure from a different perspective
What is more important when hiring, Aptitude or Attitude?
Emily's take on Quantum Leadership
How to make work relationships harmonious

Connect with Amy:

Sign up for: Create A Burnout Free Team & Workplace
Free Activity: Three Steps To Love Your Job & Life Today
Work With Amy
Instagram: @createmagicatwork
Website: https://createmagicatwork.net/

Connect with Emily:

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"Open yourself to things that you perceive as, oh, that's negative, that's a setback. It could very well be a setup for a next step that you haven't even conceived of yet." - Emily

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Summer Solo Series: Moving From Servant Leadership To Quantum Leadership

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the final episode of the Summer Solo Series!

For the past two seasons, I have asked my guests what servant leadership means to them. This episode is a compilation of some of those answers and is one of the most inspirational and motivational episodes you will hear on servant leadership. These voices are shared as a tribute to all of the leaders that want to create and support healthy leaders and workplaces.

Create Magic At Work is leveling up! Season three and beyond will move from servant leadership to quantum leadership and every guest will be asked, "What does quantum leadership mean to you?"

Press Play and be inspired to uplevel your business and life!

Today on Create Magic At Work®:

Multiple voices and perspectives on how to be a servant leader
What is a Quantum Leader?

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Listen to the previous episodes:

Resources from this episode:

Book by Danah Zohar: The Quantum Leader: A Revolution in Business Thinking and Practice

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"A servant leader aims to share power with others and encourage the development and growth of others." - Amy

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Summer Solo Series: How To Be A Calm Leader During Stressful Times

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0400

In today's podcast episode, I talk about what it looks like to be a leader that maintains a calming and healing presence. I share tips that you can immediately put into practice to be a calm leader during stressful times.

Today on Create Magic At Work®:

You don't need to have all the answers
Ways to feel more inner peace in your leadership
Benefits of participating with detached involvement
Celebrating the different pathways people take to achieve desired results

For more on being a calm leader during stressful times check out Amy's latest publication as an Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine 3 Ways To Be A Calm Leader During Stressful Times.

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Resources from this episode:

Listen to the episode with Aaron: How To Practice Presence At a High Level w/ Aaron Tabacco
Listen to my previous episode: Summer Solo Series: Three Ways To Be A Quantum Leader

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"There's so much pressure on leaders to always come up with the answer. When we force solutions onto problems, we create more problems potentially." - Amy

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Summer Solo Series: Three Ways To Be A Quantum Leader

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the first episode of the Summer Solo Series from Create Magic At Work! I share three leadership hacks that will enhance your leadership, life, and business from an Executive Coaching and Spiritual Intelligence lens.

Today on Create Magic At Work™:

How to envision mistakes and failure as positive growth
Why perfectionism is really procrastination
Why making decisions solely on data is not holistic

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Quote

"When a mistake or failure occurs, try utilizing that energy in your leadership. Have a meeting and say, "I want to celebrate the failures that happened here. I want everyone to share what they learned from this and what they got out of it." - Amy

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Empowering Leaders To Make the Right Decisions w/Tim Cakir

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0400

In today's episode, I'm joined by Tim Cakir, a Growth Consultant who helps companies, entrepreneurs, and students achieve fast and consistent growth. I'm so excited to have Tim on the show, we connected through mutual friends and I instantly knew I had to invite him to talk about how to include everyone on your team because that's what Create Magic At Work is all about!

Tim is a tool addict, so we start off by talking about brainstorming tools he recommends and how to use them to create a common technological space when the idea sparks. Tim explains what is collective intelligence, why should leaders care about it, and how to use it to their advantage so everyone on the team can benefit from it. Tune in as we talk about the difference between data-informed and data-driven leaders and how to hold big leaders to account in making sure that they are being good leaders.

In this episode, we discuss:

A new perspective on how to make everyone on your team feel included
Tools for effective brainstorming sessions
Tim's ideas around tapping into the collective intelligence of your team
Why being data-informed is better than being data-driven

Resources from this episode:

Brainstorming tools Tim recommends:
Check out the episode with Aaron Tabacco https://www.buzzsprout.com/1817801/10156563

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"Growth is not from sales, from marketing, from the product. Growth is about having the right people in the right place with the right systems, tools, processes, and the right goals. And that will grow your company." - Tim Cakir

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Sign up for: Create A Burnout Free Team & Workplace
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Website: https://createmagicatwork.net/

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https://createmagicatwork.net/about-1

What Are The Sunday Scaries & How To Get Rid of Them

Sun, 29 May 2022 13:00:00 -0400

Picture this…..it's a Sunday afternoon, you've had a great weekend and then you remember you're back at work tomorrow. Are you filled with anxiety and dread by the thought or do you continue enjoying the rest of your weekend and push the thought to the back of your mind?

If the former, you're not alone.

Join Amy in this episode as she delves into this topic. You will learn:

What exactly are the Sunday scaries
Four ways to overcome the Sunday scaries so that you can start off your week energized and passionate about what you do
Simple exercises you can do to help you overcome the Sunday scaries

Quote from the show - ''A coaching tip from a Spiritual Intelligence perspective, set an intention that time expands for you. If you're feeling that dread and overwhelm from your workload with the Sunday, scaries, just take a breath and remind yourself the list never goes away.''

About the host:

Amy Lynn Durham is the Founder of Create Magic At Work™, an Executive Coach, and a certified Spiritual Intelligence Coach, who uniquely blends business and spirituality. Amy has spent years in the corporate world successfully managing hundreds of employees for private and publicly traded companies. Amy designed Create Magic At Work™ to bring a variety of services and strategies to aid in supporting healthy leaders & workplaces through:

Private 1:1 Coaching
Speaking Internationally about Ways to Support & Create Healthy Workplace Cultures
Experiential Workshops & Keynotes

In her spare time, you can find her spending time with her Cavapoo Mr. Bingley, journaling, traveling on mini adventure vacations or trying to master stand up paddle boarding with her boyfriend.

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