<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/style.xsl" type="text/xsl"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><atom:link href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/grand-connection-podcast/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title><![CDATA[Grand Connection Podcast]]></title><podcast:guid>6343b770-d00f-5e66-b0f0-3706de72d1ec</podcast:guid><lastBuildDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:00:04 +0000</lastBuildDate><generator>Captivate.fm</generator><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><copyright><![CDATA[Copyright 2026 Susan Jarema]]></copyright><managingEditor>Susan Jarema</managingEditor><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Grand Connection Podcast is your home for community, collaboration, and meaningful business growth. Hosted by Susan Jarema, Chief Connection Officer and co-founder of The Grand Connection, this show helps heart-centered entrepreneurs build trusted relationships, gain genuine visibility, and grow with purpose. Through the Connect, Create, Collaborate framework and the GRAND Growth Model, you'll learn how to build confidence, strengthen partnerships, expand your reach, and create opportunities rooted in generosity and community. Each episode brings stories, practical insights, and simple actions to help you grow with more clarity, confidence, and ease. If you’re ready for a place where introverts and extroverts feel welcome, where learning and leadership go hand-in-hand, and where business feels lighter because we grow together, you belong here.]]></itunes:summary><image><url>https://artwork.captivate.fm/c082c7ff-30a6-4723-9ab4-d52364a39a42/Grand-Connection-Podcast.jpg</url><title>Grand Connection Podcast</title><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm]]></link></image><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c082c7ff-30a6-4723-9ab4-d52364a39a42/Grand-Connection-Podcast.jpg"/><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Susan Jarema</itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author>Susan Jarema</itunes:author><description>The Grand Connection Podcast is your home for community, collaboration, and meaningful business growth. Hosted by Susan Jarema, Chief Connection Officer and co-founder of The Grand Connection, this show helps heart-centered entrepreneurs build trusted relationships, gain genuine visibility, and grow with purpose. Through the Connect, Create, Collaborate framework and the GRAND Growth Model, you&apos;ll learn how to build confidence, strengthen partnerships, expand your reach, and create opportunities rooted in generosity and community. Each episode brings stories, practical insights, and simple actions to help you grow with more clarity, confidence, and ease. If you’re ready for a place where introverts and extroverts feel welcome, where learning and leadership go hand-in-hand, and where business feels lighter because we grow together, you belong here.</description><link>https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm</link><atom:link href="https://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" rel="hub"/><itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Community, collaboration, and meaningful business growth]]></itunes:subtitle><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:category text="Business"><itunes:category text="Entrepreneurship"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Education"><itunes:category text="Self-Improvement"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Business"><itunes:category text="Marketing"/></itunes:category><podcast:locked>no</podcast:locked><podcast:medium>podcast</podcast:medium><item><title>Why You’re Not Getting Referrals in Business Networking with Frank Agin | 019</title><itunes:title>Why You’re Not Getting Referrals in Business Networking with Frank Agin | 019</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What shifts when networking stops being about visibility and starts becoming about genuine connection? Susan Jarema sits down with Frank Agin to explore why referrals often feel inconsistent, even for those doing everything “right.” The conversation centers on the Collaborate stage of the Connect, Create, Collaborate framework, where relationships begin to translate into meaningful opportunities.</p><p>Together, they unpack the deeper reasons referrals do not happen, not as a failure of effort, but as a gap in clarity, connection, and communication. Through grounded examples and real-world stories, the discussion reframes referral-building as a shared skill rooted in generosity, awareness, and trust. Practical shifts emerge around how to communicate value, recognize opportunities, and guide others in supporting business growth in a way that feels natural and sustainable.</p><p></p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ul><li>A deeper awareness forms around how strong relationships are the true foundation behind consistent referrals.</li><li>Frustration in networking is reframed as a clarity gap rather than a lack of opportunity or effort.</li><li>The shift from explaining what someone does to when they are needed changes how others recognize referral moments.</li><li>The concept of “Velcro messaging” highlights how memorable communication drives real connection and recall.</li><li>It becomes clear that even supportive relationships do not lead to referrals without intentional education.</li><li>The importance of guiding others in how to start referral conversations brings a more collaborative approach to growth.</li><li>A grounded perspective on generosity reveals how helping others first naturally strengthens visibility and trust.</li></ul><br/><p></p><p><strong>Featured Guest: Frank Agin</strong></p><p>Frank Agin is president of AmSpirit Business Connections, which empowers entrepreneurs, sales representatives, and professionals to become successful and gain more referrals through networking.</p><p>He also shares information and insights on professional relationships, business networking and best practices for generating referrals on his Networking Rx podcast and through various professional programs.</p><p>Finally, Frank is the author of several books, including Foundational Networking: Creating Know, Like &amp; Trust For A Lifetime of Extraordinary Success and The Three Reasons You Don’t Get Referrals. See all his books and programs at frankagin.com.</p><p></p><p><strong>Follow Frank:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="http://www.frankagin.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.frankagin.com</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn: <u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankagin/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankagin/</a></u></p><p></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault. </p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p><p></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What shifts when networking stops being about visibility and starts becoming about genuine connection? Susan Jarema sits down with Frank Agin to explore why referrals often feel inconsistent, even for those doing everything “right.” The conversation centers on the Collaborate stage of the Connect, Create, Collaborate framework, where relationships begin to translate into meaningful opportunities.</p><p>Together, they unpack the deeper reasons referrals do not happen, not as a failure of effort, but as a gap in clarity, connection, and communication. Through grounded examples and real-world stories, the discussion reframes referral-building as a shared skill rooted in generosity, awareness, and trust. Practical shifts emerge around how to communicate value, recognize opportunities, and guide others in supporting business growth in a way that feels natural and sustainable.</p><p></p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ul><li>A deeper awareness forms around how strong relationships are the true foundation behind consistent referrals.</li><li>Frustration in networking is reframed as a clarity gap rather than a lack of opportunity or effort.</li><li>The shift from explaining what someone does to when they are needed changes how others recognize referral moments.</li><li>The concept of “Velcro messaging” highlights how memorable communication drives real connection and recall.</li><li>It becomes clear that even supportive relationships do not lead to referrals without intentional education.</li><li>The importance of guiding others in how to start referral conversations brings a more collaborative approach to growth.</li><li>A grounded perspective on generosity reveals how helping others first naturally strengthens visibility and trust.</li></ul><br/><p></p><p><strong>Featured Guest: Frank Agin</strong></p><p>Frank Agin is president of AmSpirit Business Connections, which empowers entrepreneurs, sales representatives, and professionals to become successful and gain more referrals through networking.</p><p>He also shares information and insights on professional relationships, business networking and best practices for generating referrals on his Networking Rx podcast and through various professional programs.</p><p>Finally, Frank is the author of several books, including Foundational Networking: Creating Know, Like &amp; Trust For A Lifetime of Extraordinary Success and The Three Reasons You Don’t Get Referrals. See all his books and programs at frankagin.com.</p><p></p><p><strong>Follow Frank:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="http://www.frankagin.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.frankagin.com</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn: <u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankagin/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankagin/</a></u></p><p></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault. </p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/why-youre-not-getting-referrals-in-business-networking-with-frank-agin-019]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4957c423-5003-48f7-98fd-1d9c61ef06a9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/afd5e895-d215-4f4f-9791-82f58993bd69/GC019-Coverart.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4957c423-5003-48f7-98fd-1d9c61ef06a9.mp3" length="29042670" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>40:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>19</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/40c101e8-a946-479f-90b8-463d813c8df7/transcript.srt" type="application/srt" rel="captions"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/40c101e8-a946-479f-90b8-463d813c8df7/index.html" type="text/html"/></item><item><title>Kindness in Leadership: Building Trust, Psychological Safety and Collaboration with Michael Neece | 018</title><itunes:title>Kindness in Leadership: Building Trust, Psychological Safety and Collaboration with Michael Neece | 018</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What happens when kindness becomes a consistent leadership practice rather than an occasional gesture? Susan Jarema and Michael Neece explore how kindness strengthens trust, builds psychological safety, and supports meaningful collaboration. Through shared insights, they highlight how small, intentional actions shape stronger relationships and more resilient teams.</p><p>The conversation connects naturally to the Connect, Create, Collaborate framework and the GRAND Growth Model, emphasizing that sustainable growth begins with self-awareness, empathy, and reliability. By focusing on what is within reach and approaching others with generosity, leaders create environments where ideas are shared openly and collaboration becomes both effective and deeply human.</p><p></p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ul><li>Kindness begins to reveal its role as the underlying force that shapes trust, collaboration, and leadership effectiveness.</li><li>Psychological safety emerges as the quiet factor that determines whether teams thrive or struggle.</li><li>The idea of the three-foot radius shifts how focus, responsibility, and personal leadership are understood.</li><li>Gratitude and reframing experiences begin to soften ego-driven reactions and open space for better teamwork.</li><li>Small, intentional meeting practices start to change how people feel seen, valued, and willing to contribute.</li><li>Kind leadership is redefined through the willingness to address tension with honesty while still honoring the human behind it.</li></ul><br/><p></p><p><strong>Featured Guest: Michael Neece</strong></p><p>As President of Our Future is Kind, Michael teaches people how to use the power of kindness to create innovative, productive, and efficient teams.</p><p>His wide-ranging experience includes leadership and educational roles in traditional corporate settings as well as planetariums. He has delivered more than 750 sessions about team building, kindness, the wonders of the universe, and the curiosity invoked by space exploration. Michael has developed a unique approach to helping teams thrive by talking about kindness through a cosmic lens.</p><p>Michael is the author of "In Kind: Consciously Craft a Meaningful Life and Career" and “Joy Unleashed: The Ultimate Guide to Living Your Best Life.” He hosts the podcast, “Our Future is Kind,” where he interviews executives, futurists, politicians, artists, writers, and community leaders to help his audience ponder, “What should the future be like? Who will be there? How can we craft it carefully into what we want and deserve?”</p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with Michael:</strong></p><p>Website: https://OurFutureIsKind.com</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelgneece</p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yournextkeynotespeaker</p><p>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YourNextKeynoteSpeaker</p><p></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What happens when kindness becomes a consistent leadership practice rather than an occasional gesture? Susan Jarema and Michael Neece explore how kindness strengthens trust, builds psychological safety, and supports meaningful collaboration. Through shared insights, they highlight how small, intentional actions shape stronger relationships and more resilient teams.</p><p>The conversation connects naturally to the Connect, Create, Collaborate framework and the GRAND Growth Model, emphasizing that sustainable growth begins with self-awareness, empathy, and reliability. By focusing on what is within reach and approaching others with generosity, leaders create environments where ideas are shared openly and collaboration becomes both effective and deeply human.</p><p></p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ul><li>Kindness begins to reveal its role as the underlying force that shapes trust, collaboration, and leadership effectiveness.</li><li>Psychological safety emerges as the quiet factor that determines whether teams thrive or struggle.</li><li>The idea of the three-foot radius shifts how focus, responsibility, and personal leadership are understood.</li><li>Gratitude and reframing experiences begin to soften ego-driven reactions and open space for better teamwork.</li><li>Small, intentional meeting practices start to change how people feel seen, valued, and willing to contribute.</li><li>Kind leadership is redefined through the willingness to address tension with honesty while still honoring the human behind it.</li></ul><br/><p></p><p><strong>Featured Guest: Michael Neece</strong></p><p>As President of Our Future is Kind, Michael teaches people how to use the power of kindness to create innovative, productive, and efficient teams.</p><p>His wide-ranging experience includes leadership and educational roles in traditional corporate settings as well as planetariums. He has delivered more than 750 sessions about team building, kindness, the wonders of the universe, and the curiosity invoked by space exploration. Michael has developed a unique approach to helping teams thrive by talking about kindness through a cosmic lens.</p><p>Michael is the author of "In Kind: Consciously Craft a Meaningful Life and Career" and “Joy Unleashed: The Ultimate Guide to Living Your Best Life.” He hosts the podcast, “Our Future is Kind,” where he interviews executives, futurists, politicians, artists, writers, and community leaders to help his audience ponder, “What should the future be like? Who will be there? How can we craft it carefully into what we want and deserve?”</p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with Michael:</strong></p><p>Website: https://OurFutureIsKind.com</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelgneece</p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yournextkeynotespeaker</p><p>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YourNextKeynoteSpeaker</p><p></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/kindness-in-leadership-building-trust-psychological-safety-and-collaboration-with-michael-neese-018]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4480d275-b0d6-430e-852c-394b2eaf8ec8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/a8c695ac-8443-4a5a-b4f5-e38e4d4061c8/GC018-Coverart.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4480d275-b0d6-430e-852c-394b2eaf8ec8.mp3" length="39158526" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>46:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>18</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/6ba78a7c-5879-40c2-8b85-8fbf685ceb9f/transcript.srt" type="application/srt" rel="captions"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/6ba78a7c-5879-40c2-8b85-8fbf685ceb9f/index.html" type="text/html"/></item><item><title>Neuroscience, Flow, and Meta-Awareness: Practical Strategies for Daily Performance with Rei McColley | 017</title><itunes:title>Neuroscience, Flow, and Meta-Awareness: Practical Strategies for Daily Performance with Rei McColley | 017</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Awareness becomes more powerful when it can be accessed in real time rather than recognized after the fact. Susan Jarema and Rei McColley explore how brain network switching shapes everyday experiences, from moments of distraction to states of flow, and how simple practices can shift those patterns.</p><p>Through the Mindful Minute, Rei McColley demonstrates how consistent, small moments of pause build meta-awareness, supporting clearer thinking, calmer responses, and more intentional communication. The conversation reflects how inner awareness strengthens connection and collaboration, creating a more grounded and sustainable approach to leadership and growth.</p><p></p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ul><li>Awareness deepens when internal patterns are recognized without judgment, creating space for more intentional choices.</li><li>The Mindful Minute offers a simple way to regulate the nervous system and return to clarity throughout the day.</li><li>Autopilot behaviors reveal how easily the brain defaults to habit when awareness is not present.</li><li>Meta-awareness allows a shift from reacting emotionally to responding with intention.</li><li>Stress impacts decision-making quickly, influencing communication and leadership in subtle ways.</li><li>Flow states emerge when attention, skill, and presence align without force.</li><li>Slowing down during communication enhances connection, clarity, and meaningful engagement.</li></ul><br/><p></p><p><strong>Featured Guest: Rei McColley</strong></p><p>Rei McColley is a Certified NeuroCoach, Art and Movement Therapist, Master Certified in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, and Certified in Neuro-Linguistic Programming. With 35 years studying human communication and seven years in neuroscience, Rei blends brain-based strategies, mindfulness, and creative expression to help people build clarity, confidence, and authentic connection in life and work.</p><p></p><p><strong>Learn about our 2026 Self Mastery Program and watch recordings</strong> - The Neuroscience of Connection, our new transformational program that blends neuroscience, mindfulness, and community support to help you thrive in both life and business using the latest in brain network switching. https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info</p><p></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: https://grandconnection.ca/</p><p>Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</p><p>LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/66749100</p><p>Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</p><p></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</p><p></p><p><strong>We are proud to have Grand Connection Podcast on the High Vibe Podcast Network</strong>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the High Vibe Podcast Network.</p><p></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 Apple Podcasts</p><p>🎧 Spotify</p><p>🎧 Amazon Music</p><p>🎧High Vibe Podcast Network</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Awareness becomes more powerful when it can be accessed in real time rather than recognized after the fact. Susan Jarema and Rei McColley explore how brain network switching shapes everyday experiences, from moments of distraction to states of flow, and how simple practices can shift those patterns.</p><p>Through the Mindful Minute, Rei McColley demonstrates how consistent, small moments of pause build meta-awareness, supporting clearer thinking, calmer responses, and more intentional communication. The conversation reflects how inner awareness strengthens connection and collaboration, creating a more grounded and sustainable approach to leadership and growth.</p><p></p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ul><li>Awareness deepens when internal patterns are recognized without judgment, creating space for more intentional choices.</li><li>The Mindful Minute offers a simple way to regulate the nervous system and return to clarity throughout the day.</li><li>Autopilot behaviors reveal how easily the brain defaults to habit when awareness is not present.</li><li>Meta-awareness allows a shift from reacting emotionally to responding with intention.</li><li>Stress impacts decision-making quickly, influencing communication and leadership in subtle ways.</li><li>Flow states emerge when attention, skill, and presence align without force.</li><li>Slowing down during communication enhances connection, clarity, and meaningful engagement.</li></ul><br/><p></p><p><strong>Featured Guest: Rei McColley</strong></p><p>Rei McColley is a Certified NeuroCoach, Art and Movement Therapist, Master Certified in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, and Certified in Neuro-Linguistic Programming. With 35 years studying human communication and seven years in neuroscience, Rei blends brain-based strategies, mindfulness, and creative expression to help people build clarity, confidence, and authentic connection in life and work.</p><p></p><p><strong>Learn about our 2026 Self Mastery Program and watch recordings</strong> - The Neuroscience of Connection, our new transformational program that blends neuroscience, mindfulness, and community support to help you thrive in both life and business using the latest in brain network switching. https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info</p><p></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: https://grandconnection.ca/</p><p>Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</p><p>LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/66749100</p><p>Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</p><p></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</p><p></p><p><strong>We are proud to have Grand Connection Podcast on the High Vibe Podcast Network</strong>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the High Vibe Podcast Network.</p><p></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 Apple Podcasts</p><p>🎧 Spotify</p><p>🎧 Amazon Music</p><p>🎧High Vibe Podcast Network</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/neuroscience-flow-and-meta-awareness-practical-strategies-for-daily-performance-with-rei-mccolley-017]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">579a1573-9c15-4587-a8bc-2ce775163a65</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b49f8257-11e5-4a9e-bf17-a264bcbb808f/GC017-Coverart.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/579a1573-9c15-4587-a8bc-2ce775163a65.mp3" length="35624941" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>17</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/653ffbe1-6b4c-4f87-90c1-13c1d638bc39/transcript.srt" type="application/srt" rel="captions"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/653ffbe1-6b4c-4f87-90c1-13c1d638bc39/index.html" type="text/html"/></item><item><title>7 Simple Steps to Hiring a Virtual Assistant | 016</title><itunes:title>7 Simple Steps to Hiring a Virtual Assistant | 016</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What shifts when an entrepreneur decides to stop doing everything alone? The Grand Connection Podcast host Susan Jarema shares a clear and grounded approach to hiring a first virtual assistant, reframing delegation as a path toward more focused and meaningful work.</p><p>Through a simple seven-step process, the conversation highlights how building the right support creates space for strategy, relationships, and sustainable growth. Rooted in the Connect, Create, Collaborate framework, the focus remains on strengthening how business owners lead, communicate, and grow through shared effort rather than doing more alone.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Recognizing that being busy does not always mean making meaningful progress in business.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Delegation as a way to refocus on relationships, strategy, and revenue-generating work.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Hiring a virtual assistant as a step toward building collaborative capacity, not just outsourcing tasks.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The importance of clarity in defining roles, expectations, and communication from the start.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Using small test projects and systems to build trust and consistency over time.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Long-term growth emerging from shared responsibility, trust, and aligned collaboration.</li></ol><br/><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What shifts when an entrepreneur decides to stop doing everything alone? The Grand Connection Podcast host Susan Jarema shares a clear and grounded approach to hiring a first virtual assistant, reframing delegation as a path toward more focused and meaningful work.</p><p>Through a simple seven-step process, the conversation highlights how building the right support creates space for strategy, relationships, and sustainable growth. Rooted in the Connect, Create, Collaborate framework, the focus remains on strengthening how business owners lead, communicate, and grow through shared effort rather than doing more alone.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Recognizing that being busy does not always mean making meaningful progress in business.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Delegation as a way to refocus on relationships, strategy, and revenue-generating work.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Hiring a virtual assistant as a step toward building collaborative capacity, not just outsourcing tasks.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The importance of clarity in defining roles, expectations, and communication from the start.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Using small test projects and systems to build trust and consistency over time.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Long-term growth emerging from shared responsibility, trust, and aligned collaboration.</li></ol><br/><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/7-simple-steps-to-hiring-a-virtual-assistant-016]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1bd81974-2386-4784-a1d1-e1243492be0d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/7b928c3e-a780-440a-b379-9e9653178109/GC016-Coverart.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1bd81974-2386-4784-a1d1-e1243492be0d.mp3" length="15121197" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:00</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>16</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/8109496f-fa0b-468f-ad6c-d5e3eb25e130/transcript.srt" type="application/srt" rel="captions"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/8109496f-fa0b-468f-ad6c-d5e3eb25e130/index.html" type="text/html"/></item><item><title>4DX for Entrepreneurs Building Focus, Momentum and Collaboration | 015</title><itunes:title>4DX for Entrepreneurs Building Focus, Momentum and Collaboration | 015</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What begins to shift when business growth makes it clear that doing everything alone is no longer sustainable? Susan Jarema reflects on her conversations with Jessica Koch and explores how entrepreneurs can move from individual effort into shared leadership through intentional collaboration.</p><p>Drawing on the Connect, Create, Collaborate framework, Susan Jarema highlights how meaningful connection within a team builds trust, while simple, repeatable systems create clarity and confidence. The conversation brings a strong focus to the principles of 4DX, showing how wildly important goals, lead measures, visible scoreboards, and accountability rhythms help teams stay aligned even within the daily demands of the whirlwind. Through grounded examples and practical structure, the episode reinforces that sustainable growth is not driven by doing more, but by building relationships, systems, and shared ownership that allow work to move forward together.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>A shift occurs when growth reveals that collaboration must move inside the business, not just remain external.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Deeper connection with team members strengthens commitment and engagement beyond task completion.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Clear systems replace uncertainty, allowing teams to work with greater confidence and consistency.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Delegation becomes more effective when it evolves into shared ownership rather than task assignment.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Focus on a single wildly important goal helps cut through the noise of daily business demands.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Resources Mentioned on this Episode</strong></p><p>1.<em> Grow: How Ideals Power Growth and Profit at the World's Greatest Companies</em> (Author: Jim Stengel)</p><p>2. <em>The 4 Disciplines of Execution</em> (Authors: Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, Jim Huling)</p><p>3. Jessica Koch Website: <u><a href="https://www.jessicalkoch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.jessicalkoch.com/</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What begins to shift when business growth makes it clear that doing everything alone is no longer sustainable? Susan Jarema reflects on her conversations with Jessica Koch and explores how entrepreneurs can move from individual effort into shared leadership through intentional collaboration.</p><p>Drawing on the Connect, Create, Collaborate framework, Susan Jarema highlights how meaningful connection within a team builds trust, while simple, repeatable systems create clarity and confidence. The conversation brings a strong focus to the principles of 4DX, showing how wildly important goals, lead measures, visible scoreboards, and accountability rhythms help teams stay aligned even within the daily demands of the whirlwind. Through grounded examples and practical structure, the episode reinforces that sustainable growth is not driven by doing more, but by building relationships, systems, and shared ownership that allow work to move forward together.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>A shift occurs when growth reveals that collaboration must move inside the business, not just remain external.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Deeper connection with team members strengthens commitment and engagement beyond task completion.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Clear systems replace uncertainty, allowing teams to work with greater confidence and consistency.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Delegation becomes more effective when it evolves into shared ownership rather than task assignment.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Focus on a single wildly important goal helps cut through the noise of daily business demands.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Resources Mentioned on this Episode</strong></p><p>1.<em> Grow: How Ideals Power Growth and Profit at the World's Greatest Companies</em> (Author: Jim Stengel)</p><p>2. <em>The 4 Disciplines of Execution</em> (Authors: Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, Jim Huling)</p><p>3. Jessica Koch Website: <u><a href="https://www.jessicalkoch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.jessicalkoch.com/</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/building-strong-teams-using-the-connect-create-collaborate-framework]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">05d647bd-d94a-4542-9279-8d2ae0d36b38</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/b6552a90-ce11-4795-9a54-63d67dd3fab1/Solo-episode-2.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/05d647bd-d94a-4542-9279-8d2ae0d36b38.mp3" length="16215597" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>15</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/a36411e9-ccaf-4a6a-901e-379b03a1c53c/transcript.srt" type="application/srt" rel="captions"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/a36411e9-ccaf-4a6a-901e-379b03a1c53c/index.html" type="text/html"/></item><item><title>Building A Collaborative Team Culture With Virtual Assistants With Jessica L Koch Part 2 | 014</title><itunes:title>Building A Collaborative Team Culture With Virtual Assistants With Jessica L Koch Part 2 | 014</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Strong teams are built through clarity, shared purpose, and genuine care. Susan Jarema and Jessica Koch explore how entrepreneurs can move beyond task management to create a culture where virtual assistants and team members feel invested in the work they support.</p><p>Jessica Koch shares practical ways to strengthen collaboration through clear goals, simple execution systems, and visible progress tracking inspired by the Four Disciplines of Execution framework. When teams feel supported, understood, and connected to a meaningful mission, they naturally step into ownership.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Teams take stronger ownership when they understand the bigger mission behind their work.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Inviting team members to choose tasks they feel excited about increases engagement and accountability.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Simple execution frameworks help small teams stay focused on a single, meaningful goal.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Visible scoreboards and leaderboards can motivate collaboration and friendly competition.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Systems like early deadlines and peer review help teams deliver consistent, reliable work.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Long term team loyalty grows when leaders show genuine care and support during personal challenges</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Featured Guest: Jessica Koch</strong></p><p>Jessica L. Koch is a sales and marketing strategist, podcast host, and community builder who helps entrepreneurs grow with smart systems, automation, and collaborative support. She is the host of the Profound Professionals Podcast, and also leads the Legacy Gratitude Community, creating a warm space for connection, collaboration, and gratitude centered growth with gratitude spotlights. Through her Virtual Assistant Membership Program, she helps entrepreneurs build supportive, heart led teams and sustainable systems so their message can grow into lasting income, impact, and legacy.</p><p><strong>Follow Jessica:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://www.jessicalkoch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.jessicalkoch.com/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn: <u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/jessicalkoch" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/jessicalkoch</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/jessicakoch9228/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/jessicakoch9228/</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/JessicaLKochConsulting" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/JessicaLKochConsulting</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@jessicakochconsultingprofo3733" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@jessicakochconsultingprofo3733</a></u></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Strong teams are built through clarity, shared purpose, and genuine care. Susan Jarema and Jessica Koch explore how entrepreneurs can move beyond task management to create a culture where virtual assistants and team members feel invested in the work they support.</p><p>Jessica Koch shares practical ways to strengthen collaboration through clear goals, simple execution systems, and visible progress tracking inspired by the Four Disciplines of Execution framework. When teams feel supported, understood, and connected to a meaningful mission, they naturally step into ownership.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Teams take stronger ownership when they understand the bigger mission behind their work.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Inviting team members to choose tasks they feel excited about increases engagement and accountability.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Simple execution frameworks help small teams stay focused on a single, meaningful goal.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Visible scoreboards and leaderboards can motivate collaboration and friendly competition.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Systems like early deadlines and peer review help teams deliver consistent, reliable work.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Long term team loyalty grows when leaders show genuine care and support during personal challenges</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Featured Guest: Jessica Koch</strong></p><p>Jessica L. Koch is a sales and marketing strategist, podcast host, and community builder who helps entrepreneurs grow with smart systems, automation, and collaborative support. She is the host of the Profound Professionals Podcast, and also leads the Legacy Gratitude Community, creating a warm space for connection, collaboration, and gratitude centered growth with gratitude spotlights. Through her Virtual Assistant Membership Program, she helps entrepreneurs build supportive, heart led teams and sustainable systems so their message can grow into lasting income, impact, and legacy.</p><p><strong>Follow Jessica:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://www.jessicalkoch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.jessicalkoch.com/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn: <u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/jessicalkoch" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/jessicalkoch</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/jessicakoch9228/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/jessicakoch9228/</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/JessicaLKochConsulting" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/JessicaLKochConsulting</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@jessicakochconsultingprofo3733" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@jessicakochconsultingprofo3733</a></u></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/building-a-collaborative-team-culture-with-virtual-assistants-with-jessica-l-koch-part-2]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">229c2d15-8f81-422a-b8c4-2371b8b902fb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/6cbb706c-0326-4383-b983-79795610ee91/GC014-Coverart.jpg"/><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/229c2d15-8f81-422a-b8c4-2371b8b902fb.mp3" length="26725182" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:49</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>14</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Delegation Strategies: How to Work Effectively With Your VA Team With Jessica L. Koch | 013</title><itunes:title>Delegation Strategies: How to Work Effectively With Your VA Team With Jessica L. Koch | 013</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Sustainable growth requires collaboration inside the business, not just outside it. In this conversation, Susan Jarema speaks with Jessica Koch about moving from doing everything alone to building structured, supportive teams.</p><p>Jessica shares how hiring and training virtual assistants strengthens clarity, revenue, and internal culture. Through simple documentation practices and transparent leadership, delegation becomes a pathway to shared ownership and aligned growth, reflecting the Connect, Create, Collaborate framework in action.</p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Growth becomes sustainable when collaboration moves from external networking into internal systems and team structure.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Hiring a VA is less about outsourcing tasks and more about building shared ownership around a clear mission.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Small, project-based testing creates safety and clarity before long-term delegation decisions are made.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Documenting processes through recorded walkthroughs turns intuition into transferable systems.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Revenue often increases when founders release the tasks they delay, especially follow-up and invoicing.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Creating internal team pods builds trust, flexibility, and collective responsibility.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Everything is teachable when leaders take the time to translate instinct into structured criteria.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Featured Guest: Jessica Koch</strong></p><p>Jessica L. Koch is a sales and marketing strategist, podcast host, and community builder who helps entrepreneurs grow with smart systems, automation, and collaborative support. She is the host of the Profound Professionals Podcast, and also leads the Legacy Gratitude Community, creating a warm space for connection, collaboration, and gratitude centered growth with gratitude spotlights. Through her Virtual Assistant Membership Program, she helps entrepreneurs build supportive, heart led teams and sustainable systems so their message can grow into lasting income, impact, and legacy.</p><p><strong>Follow Jessica:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://www.jessicalkoch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.jessicalkoch.com/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn: <u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/jessicalkoch" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/jessicalkoch</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/jessicakoch9228/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/jessicakoch9228/</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/JessicaLKochConsulting" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/JessicaLKochConsulting</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@jessicakochconsultingprofo3733" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@jessicakochconsultingprofo3733</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sustainable growth requires collaboration inside the business, not just outside it. In this conversation, Susan Jarema speaks with Jessica Koch about moving from doing everything alone to building structured, supportive teams.</p><p>Jessica shares how hiring and training virtual assistants strengthens clarity, revenue, and internal culture. Through simple documentation practices and transparent leadership, delegation becomes a pathway to shared ownership and aligned growth, reflecting the Connect, Create, Collaborate framework in action.</p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Growth becomes sustainable when collaboration moves from external networking into internal systems and team structure.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Hiring a VA is less about outsourcing tasks and more about building shared ownership around a clear mission.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Small, project-based testing creates safety and clarity before long-term delegation decisions are made.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Documenting processes through recorded walkthroughs turns intuition into transferable systems.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Revenue often increases when founders release the tasks they delay, especially follow-up and invoicing.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Creating internal team pods builds trust, flexibility, and collective responsibility.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Everything is teachable when leaders take the time to translate instinct into structured criteria.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Featured Guest: Jessica Koch</strong></p><p>Jessica L. Koch is a sales and marketing strategist, podcast host, and community builder who helps entrepreneurs grow with smart systems, automation, and collaborative support. She is the host of the Profound Professionals Podcast, and also leads the Legacy Gratitude Community, creating a warm space for connection, collaboration, and gratitude centered growth with gratitude spotlights. Through her Virtual Assistant Membership Program, she helps entrepreneurs build supportive, heart led teams and sustainable systems so their message can grow into lasting income, impact, and legacy.</p><p><strong>Follow Jessica:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://www.jessicalkoch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.jessicalkoch.com/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn: <u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/jessicalkoch" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/jessicalkoch</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/jessicakoch9228/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/jessicakoch9228/</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/JessicaLKochConsulting" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/JessicaLKochConsulting</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@jessicakochconsultingprofo3733" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@jessicakochconsultingprofo3733</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/delegation-strategies-how-to-work-effectively-with-your-va-team-with-jessica-l-koch-013]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b89e0d3e-50eb-4560-badf-fe46bacbdcce</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/4e8d278b-ac51-4681-b913-461889a8b096/GC013-Coverart.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b89e0d3e-50eb-4560-badf-fe46bacbdcce.mp3" length="34810686" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>41:26</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>13</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>On-Camera Confidence Tips for Virtual Networking Success with Laura Doman | 012</title><itunes:title>On-Camera Confidence Tips for Virtual Networking Success with Laura Doman | 012</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What changes when leaders stop trying to perform on camera and instead focus on connection? Susan Jarema speaks with Laura Doman, on-camera confidence and executive presence coach, about the subtle shifts that build trust in virtual rooms. From camera placement and lighting to voice, mindset, and managing nerves, the conversation moves beyond technical tips into grounded leadership. Laura reframes the camera as a one-to-one conversation and reminds business owners that presence, not perfection, is what creates meaningful connection. The discussion reflects the heart of Connect, Create, Collaborate, where preparation supports confidence and authentic visibility strengthens long-term relationships.</p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Viewing the camera as a conversation rather than a performance changes confidence immediately.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Small technical adjustments can significantly influence how credibility is perceived.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Clear audio often builds more trust than visual polish alone.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Physical warmups help release tension that limits vocal strength and expression.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Inner self-criticism can undermine presence more than any lighting issue.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Imperfections handled calmly often increase relatability and professionalism.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Simplifying presentations to a few core ideas improves retention and impact.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Preparation creates steadiness, allowing leaders to show up with clarity and ease.</li></ol><br/><p><br></p><p><strong>Featured Guest: Laura Doman</strong></p><p>Laura Doman helps smart, accomplished people become unforgettable on camera.</p><p>She’s a working film, TV, and voice actor who coaches founders and executives to show up with clarity, confidence, and real human presence on video and in virtual rooms.</p><p>Her actor-driven approach cuts through polish, scripts, and AI noise to create connection that actually lands.</p><p>Not louder. Not slicker. Just unmistakably present, and that’s what opens doors.</p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://www/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www</a></u>.<u><a href="https://lauradoman.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LauraDoman.com</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What changes when leaders stop trying to perform on camera and instead focus on connection? Susan Jarema speaks with Laura Doman, on-camera confidence and executive presence coach, about the subtle shifts that build trust in virtual rooms. From camera placement and lighting to voice, mindset, and managing nerves, the conversation moves beyond technical tips into grounded leadership. Laura reframes the camera as a one-to-one conversation and reminds business owners that presence, not perfection, is what creates meaningful connection. The discussion reflects the heart of Connect, Create, Collaborate, where preparation supports confidence and authentic visibility strengthens long-term relationships.</p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Viewing the camera as a conversation rather than a performance changes confidence immediately.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Small technical adjustments can significantly influence how credibility is perceived.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Clear audio often builds more trust than visual polish alone.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Physical warmups help release tension that limits vocal strength and expression.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Inner self-criticism can undermine presence more than any lighting issue.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Imperfections handled calmly often increase relatability and professionalism.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Simplifying presentations to a few core ideas improves retention and impact.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Preparation creates steadiness, allowing leaders to show up with clarity and ease.</li></ol><br/><p><br></p><p><strong>Featured Guest: Laura Doman</strong></p><p>Laura Doman helps smart, accomplished people become unforgettable on camera.</p><p>She’s a working film, TV, and voice actor who coaches founders and executives to show up with clarity, confidence, and real human presence on video and in virtual rooms.</p><p>Her actor-driven approach cuts through polish, scripts, and AI noise to create connection that actually lands.</p><p>Not louder. Not slicker. Just unmistakably present, and that’s what opens doors.</p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://www/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www</a></u>.<u><a href="https://lauradoman.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LauraDoman.com</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/on-camera-confidence-tips-for-virtual-networking-success-with-laura-doman-012]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">51850377-7e95-4ce5-abe4-1b316eceae29</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/19fc85d9-04f8-4441-a431-58d082cc525d/GC012-Coverart.jpg"/><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/51850377-7e95-4ce5-abe4-1b316eceae29.mp3" length="35946222" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:56</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>12</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/fb503202-eb41-42a2-a83d-63d953cd25a2/transcript.srt" type="application/srt" rel="captions"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/fb503202-eb41-42a2-a83d-63d953cd25a2/index.html" type="text/html"/></item><item><title>Virtual Networking: Steps to Prepare, Connect &amp; Collaborate | 011</title><itunes:title>Virtual Networking: Steps to Prepare, Connect &amp; Collaborate | 011</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Virtual networking doesn’t have to feel awkward, salesy, or forced—and when done right, it can lead to real relationships, trust, and meaningful collaboration. In this episode, Susan Jarema shares how to prepare for virtual networking so it actually works—by being intentional, present, and human. Drawing from years of experience building connections both online and in person, she introduces a simple framework—connect, create, collaborate—to help you build trust, spark ideas, and create meaningful follow-up after the call. If you want virtual networking to feel more natural, confident, and impactful, this episode is for you.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Preparation before the event makes virtual networking more confident and effective.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Clear introductions and collaborative asks help others support and refer to you.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Trust is built through listening, presence, and authenticity—not perfection.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Virtual networking works best when relationships come before selling.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Collaboration happens after the call through thoughtful follow-up and shared action.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Virtual networking doesn’t have to feel awkward, salesy, or forced—and when done right, it can lead to real relationships, trust, and meaningful collaboration. In this episode, Susan Jarema shares how to prepare for virtual networking so it actually works—by being intentional, present, and human. Drawing from years of experience building connections both online and in person, she introduces a simple framework—connect, create, collaborate—to help you build trust, spark ideas, and create meaningful follow-up after the call. If you want virtual networking to feel more natural, confident, and impactful, this episode is for you.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Preparation before the event makes virtual networking more confident and effective.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Clear introductions and collaborative asks help others support and refer to you.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Trust is built through listening, presence, and authenticity—not perfection.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Virtual networking works best when relationships come before selling.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Collaboration happens after the call through thoughtful follow-up and shared action.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/clarity-connection-and-collaboration-in-a-noisy-world-010]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dc4a6e2c-138c-4a1a-8e23-7f1d844651ed</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/f9de6c15-dd91-4bde-96c4-ef8713882e5f/Solo-episode-2.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/dc4a6e2c-138c-4a1a-8e23-7f1d844651ed.mp3" length="12134718" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>11</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/7fef2b88-33ff-4fc8-9227-06984f529a5b/transcript.srt" type="application/srt" rel="captions"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/7fef2b88-33ff-4fc8-9227-06984f529a5b/index.html" type="text/html"/></item><item><title>Clarity: The Real Catalyst for Trust, Influence, and Growth | 010</title><itunes:title>Clarity: The Real Catalyst for Trust, Influence, and Growth | 010</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Most people think they lack motivation - but what they’re really missing is clarity. In this episode of <em>The Grand Connection</em>, we explore why clarity is one of the most underrated forces behind trust, confidence, and meaningful collaboration. From mindset and systems to communication, identity, and community, you’ll hear real conversations and insights from our recent Grand Connection Mixer that reveal how clarity doesn’t just move your business forward - it calms your nervous system, sharpens your message, and helps the right people find you. When clarity is practiced consistently, momentum follows.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Clarity creates trust by helping people feel safe, confident, and clear about what to expect.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Overwhelm is usually a lack of clarity, not a lack of motivation or capability.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Connection, creation, and collaboration only work when values, messages, and next steps are clearly defined.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Authentic influence comes from communicating in a way that aligns with how others are wired, not how you prefer to speak.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Clarity of identity reduces self-doubt and allows the right clients and collaborators to recognize you.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Clarity is strengthened through reflection, conversation, and community rather than trying to figure everything out alone.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Jan 15 Grand Mixer Speakers: </strong></p><p>Steve Gaston<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevegaston/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevegaston/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevegaston/</a></u></p><p>Michelle Lee Angiolillo<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee721/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee721/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee721/</a></u></p><p>Yvonne McCoy<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonne-mccoy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonne-mccoy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonne-mccoy/</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Your Grand Connection Mixer Hosts:</strong></p><p>Steve Brossman<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevebrossman/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevebrossman/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevebrossman/</a></u></p><p>Susan Jarema<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanjarema/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanjarema/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanjarema/</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Listen to Testimonials from 5 of our Members:</strong></p><p>Deborah Myers: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahmyerswellness/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahmyerswellness/</a></p><p>Michelle Lee: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee721/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee721/</a></p><p>Andrew Darlow: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/adarlow/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/adarlow/</a></p><p>Christine von Pander: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinevonpander/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinevonpander/</a></p><p>Rei McColley: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rei-mccolley-9883a817/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/rei-mccolley-9883a817/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p>Learn more about our Neuroscience of Connection Self Mastery Program <u><a href="https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most people think they lack motivation - but what they’re really missing is clarity. In this episode of <em>The Grand Connection</em>, we explore why clarity is one of the most underrated forces behind trust, confidence, and meaningful collaboration. From mindset and systems to communication, identity, and community, you’ll hear real conversations and insights from our recent Grand Connection Mixer that reveal how clarity doesn’t just move your business forward - it calms your nervous system, sharpens your message, and helps the right people find you. When clarity is practiced consistently, momentum follows.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Clarity creates trust by helping people feel safe, confident, and clear about what to expect.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Overwhelm is usually a lack of clarity, not a lack of motivation or capability.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Connection, creation, and collaboration only work when values, messages, and next steps are clearly defined.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Authentic influence comes from communicating in a way that aligns with how others are wired, not how you prefer to speak.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Clarity of identity reduces self-doubt and allows the right clients and collaborators to recognize you.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Clarity is strengthened through reflection, conversation, and community rather than trying to figure everything out alone.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Jan 15 Grand Mixer Speakers: </strong></p><p>Steve Gaston<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevegaston/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevegaston/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevegaston/</a></u></p><p>Michelle Lee Angiolillo<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee721/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee721/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee721/</a></u></p><p>Yvonne McCoy<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonne-mccoy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonne-mccoy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonne-mccoy/</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Your Grand Connection Mixer Hosts:</strong></p><p>Steve Brossman<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevebrossman/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevebrossman/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevebrossman/</a></u></p><p>Susan Jarema<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanjarema/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanjarema/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanjarema/</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Listen to Testimonials from 5 of our Members:</strong></p><p>Deborah Myers: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahmyerswellness/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahmyerswellness/</a></p><p>Michelle Lee: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee721/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee721/</a></p><p>Andrew Darlow: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/adarlow/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/adarlow/</a></p><p>Christine von Pander: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinevonpander/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinevonpander/</a></p><p>Rei McColley: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rei-mccolley-9883a817/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/rei-mccolley-9883a817/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p>Learn more about our Neuroscience of Connection Self Mastery Program <u><a href="https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/clarity-the-real-catalyst-for-trust-influence-and-growth-011]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0fd997b7-aa36-4b3e-82d8-ac1d7d9435cf</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/366c060e-ffe3-4e3b-a07c-a94e8ffb8bb2/GC010-Coverart.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0fd997b7-aa36-4b3e-82d8-ac1d7d9435cf.mp3" length="27786285" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>38:36</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>10</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/997ece6d-fe88-43bb-bf92-fbaf7d7bbde3/transcript.srt" type="application/srt" rel="captions"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/997ece6d-fe88-43bb-bf92-fbaf7d7bbde3/index.html" type="text/html"/></item><item><title>Creative Collaboration That Works and Makes Money with Michelle Abraham | 009</title><itunes:title>Creative Collaboration That Works and Makes Money with Michelle Abraham | 009</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Collaboration isn’t about doing more—it’s about connecting better. In this episode, Susan is with podcasting powerhouse Michelle Abraham to break down what <em>real</em> collaboration looks like beyond the buzzwords. From podcast guesting and swaps to long-term partnerships that build trust, friendships, and sustainable revenue, this conversation reveals how intentional connection becomes a powerful growth strategy. If you want collaborations that feel aligned, generous, and actually work, this episode is a must-listen.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><p>- Successful collaboration is built on trust and relationships, not quick transactions.</p><p>- Podcasting creates powerful opportunities for visibility, credibility, and aligned connections.</p><p>- The smartest collaborations start small before evolving into deeper partnerships.</p><p>- A few meaningful collaborations outperform dozens of shallow ones.</p><p>- Evergreen strategy and clear calls-to-action turn conversations into long-term growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Feature Guest: Michelle Abraham</strong></p><p>Michelle Abraham is a podcasting strategist, producer, and the founder of Amplify You, where she helps entrepreneurs and thought leaders turn their podcasts into powerful visibility, collaboration, and revenue engines. With over a decade in the podcasting space, Michelle is known in creating meaningful connections through podcast guesting, swaps, and strategic partnerships. She is the co-creator of Podapalooza, a globally recognized podcasting event, and the founder of the High Vibe Podcast Network. Michelle is passionate about heart-centered collaboration, relationship-driven growth, and helping voices that matter get heard.</p><p>Connect with Michelle: <a href="https://michelleabraham.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://michelleabraham.com/</a></p><p>Join Podapalooza: <a href="https://podapalooza.com/?affiliate=newearthmarketing&amp;fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExWkQ4Zzd0aW80NnNob0dlWXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4N0pUUny-BfI77UjK8fJ2QnGoVzi5to3EhIXiwU5zW-q6KBIkEQTkYJ-zACA_aem_yL8WqFWJqJdUvX1G4RoBSQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://podapalooza.com/?affiliate=newearthmarketing</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Collaboration isn’t about doing more—it’s about connecting better. In this episode, Susan is with podcasting powerhouse Michelle Abraham to break down what <em>real</em> collaboration looks like beyond the buzzwords. From podcast guesting and swaps to long-term partnerships that build trust, friendships, and sustainable revenue, this conversation reveals how intentional connection becomes a powerful growth strategy. If you want collaborations that feel aligned, generous, and actually work, this episode is a must-listen.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><p>- Successful collaboration is built on trust and relationships, not quick transactions.</p><p>- Podcasting creates powerful opportunities for visibility, credibility, and aligned connections.</p><p>- The smartest collaborations start small before evolving into deeper partnerships.</p><p>- A few meaningful collaborations outperform dozens of shallow ones.</p><p>- Evergreen strategy and clear calls-to-action turn conversations into long-term growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Feature Guest: Michelle Abraham</strong></p><p>Michelle Abraham is a podcasting strategist, producer, and the founder of Amplify You, where she helps entrepreneurs and thought leaders turn their podcasts into powerful visibility, collaboration, and revenue engines. With over a decade in the podcasting space, Michelle is known in creating meaningful connections through podcast guesting, swaps, and strategic partnerships. She is the co-creator of Podapalooza, a globally recognized podcasting event, and the founder of the High Vibe Podcast Network. Michelle is passionate about heart-centered collaboration, relationship-driven growth, and helping voices that matter get heard.</p><p>Connect with Michelle: <a href="https://michelleabraham.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://michelleabraham.com/</a></p><p>Join Podapalooza: <a href="https://podapalooza.com/?affiliate=newearthmarketing&amp;fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExWkQ4Zzd0aW80NnNob0dlWXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4N0pUUny-BfI77UjK8fJ2QnGoVzi5to3EhIXiwU5zW-q6KBIkEQTkYJ-zACA_aem_yL8WqFWJqJdUvX1G4RoBSQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://podapalooza.com/?affiliate=newearthmarketing</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/creative-collaboration-that-works-and-makes-money-with-michelle-abraham]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a4b85fca-96fc-4dcf-9e4b-07daf46e28c9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/a5c54faa-1756-46cb-8430-8e2f04c97592/GC009-Coverart.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a4b85fca-96fc-4dcf-9e4b-07daf46e28c9.mp3" length="26548442" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:36</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>9</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/5c28fdab-baee-4a35-9faa-f00e984445ab/transcript.srt" type="application/srt" rel="captions"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/5c28fdab-baee-4a35-9faa-f00e984445ab/index.html" type="text/html"/></item><item><title>Mastering Networking From Connection to Collaboration with Steve Brossman | 008</title><itunes:title>Mastering Networking From Connection to Collaboration with Steve Brossman | 008</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Networking isn’t about collecting contacts—it’s about creating collaboration that compounds. In this episode, Steve Brossman together with Braden Ricketts breaks down how real connection turns conversations into partnerships, podcasts into profit, and frameworks into unforgettable influence. From the Four P’s of networking to building a bankable story, this conversation reveals why growth doesn’t come from being everywhere—it comes from being memorable, useful, and collaborative.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Trust and opportunity are built through collaboration, not transactions.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Podcasts and networking are doorways to partnerships, not destinations.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The Four P’s create more value than chasing a single sale ever will.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Being remembered comes from giving tools people can reuse, not trying to be impressive.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Frameworks help people stay authentic without losing direction.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>A bankable story creates connection first—and action naturally follows.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Featured Guest: Steve Brossman</strong></p><p>Steve Brossman is a 9-time Amazon Best-Selling Author who has built multiple 6- and 7-figure international businesses. He has supported many of our members, including myself, with high-value training that brings clarity to their Bankable Story and helps them sell their programs with ease. Through his signature FLOW Selling System, Steve empowers entrepreneurs to create inspired desirability and sell authentically without ever feeling pushy or salesy.</p><p>Website: <a href="https://stevebrossman.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://stevebrossman.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Braden Ricketts</strong></p><p>From a young age, Braden was taught that doing what you love leads to success. His journey from music enthusiast to artist manager taught him valuable lessons about finding fulfillment in work. Through multiple “dream job” experiences, Braden discovered the power of turning passions into profitable careers.</p><p>Braden’s passion lies in facilitating life-changing conversations and uncovering the unique genius within each individual. As Co-Founder of Amplifyou, he leads our boutique podcast accelerator and management firm, guiding High-Frequency Entrepreneurs to turn their podcasting dreams into reality. Join us on this journey of discovery and empowerment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p><br></p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Networking isn’t about collecting contacts—it’s about creating collaboration that compounds. In this episode, Steve Brossman together with Braden Ricketts breaks down how real connection turns conversations into partnerships, podcasts into profit, and frameworks into unforgettable influence. From the Four P’s of networking to building a bankable story, this conversation reveals why growth doesn’t come from being everywhere—it comes from being memorable, useful, and collaborative.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Trust and opportunity are built through collaboration, not transactions.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Podcasts and networking are doorways to partnerships, not destinations.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The Four P’s create more value than chasing a single sale ever will.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Being remembered comes from giving tools people can reuse, not trying to be impressive.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Frameworks help people stay authentic without losing direction.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>A bankable story creates connection first—and action naturally follows.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Featured Guest: Steve Brossman</strong></p><p>Steve Brossman is a 9-time Amazon Best-Selling Author who has built multiple 6- and 7-figure international businesses. He has supported many of our members, including myself, with high-value training that brings clarity to their Bankable Story and helps them sell their programs with ease. Through his signature FLOW Selling System, Steve empowers entrepreneurs to create inspired desirability and sell authentically without ever feeling pushy or salesy.</p><p>Website: <a href="https://stevebrossman.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://stevebrossman.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Braden Ricketts</strong></p><p>From a young age, Braden was taught that doing what you love leads to success. His journey from music enthusiast to artist manager taught him valuable lessons about finding fulfillment in work. Through multiple “dream job” experiences, Braden discovered the power of turning passions into profitable careers.</p><p>Braden’s passion lies in facilitating life-changing conversations and uncovering the unique genius within each individual. As Co-Founder of Amplifyou, he leads our boutique podcast accelerator and management firm, guiding High-Frequency Entrepreneurs to turn their podcasting dreams into reality. Join us on this journey of discovery and empowerment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p><br></p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/mastering-networking-from-connection-to-collaboration-with-steve-brossman]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">58b39818-6401-4ffe-8e2c-e368b5b4b36d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/67d64d71-bade-4b27-98ec-40fed44c4a37/Guest-episode-4.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/58b39818-6401-4ffe-8e2c-e368b5b4b36d.mp3" length="24324629" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>33:47</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>8</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>From Self-Awareness to Trusted Collaboration | 007</title><itunes:title>From Self-Awareness to Trusted Collaboration | 007</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Real collaboration doesn’t start with a pitch — it starts with awareness. In this episode of the Grand Connection Podcast, Susan explores how self-awareness becomes the foundation of trust, and how trust naturally leads to meaningful, values-aligned collaboration. Through the Connect–Create–Collaborate framework, this conversation reveals why real growth is built neighbor by neighbor — and why kindness is not soft, it’s strategic.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Self-awareness shapes how you show up in every connection by helping you understand your patterns, values, and nervous system.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Trust grows through consistency over time, not by rushing conversations or forcing outcomes.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Alignment is often felt in the body before the mind can explain what’s happening.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Meaningful connection unfolds as a journey built on presence, curiosity, and care.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Collaboration emerges naturally when small, aligned steps are followed through with clarity.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Real collaboration doesn’t start with a pitch — it starts with awareness. In this episode of the Grand Connection Podcast, Susan explores how self-awareness becomes the foundation of trust, and how trust naturally leads to meaningful, values-aligned collaboration. Through the Connect–Create–Collaborate framework, this conversation reveals why real growth is built neighbor by neighbor — and why kindness is not soft, it’s strategic.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Self-awareness shapes how you show up in every connection by helping you understand your patterns, values, and nervous system.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Trust grows through consistency over time, not by rushing conversations or forcing outcomes.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Alignment is often felt in the body before the mind can explain what’s happening.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Meaningful connection unfolds as a journey built on presence, curiosity, and care.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Collaboration emerges naturally when small, aligned steps are followed through with clarity.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan Jarema is a marketing strategist, internetologist, and co-founder of The Grand Connection. She helps entrepreneurs grow through collaboration, smart strategy, and high-impact digital presence. Susan is also president of New Earth Marketing, where she builds brands, websites, and ecosystems designed for real growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/from-self-awareness-to-trusted-collaboration]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e94b96bb-4282-42db-9621-a4454f2fad34</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/1317b41d-7d8f-4750-bad4-4422df2b7b15/GC007-Coverart.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e94b96bb-4282-42db-9621-a4454f2fad34.mp3" length="19520430" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>27:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>7</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>The Neuroscience of Connection (Part 3): Self-Mastery, Stress Relief &amp; Lasting Change | 006</title><itunes:title>The Neuroscience of Connection (Part 3): Self-Mastery, Stress Relief &amp; Lasting Change | 006</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What if lasting change didn’t require willpower — but a rewiring of your brain? In Part 3 of <em>The Neuroscience of Connection</em>, let’s dives deep into the neuroscience of real, lasting transformation. Rei shares how brain network switching and self-mastery practices can dissolve stress, quiet inner criticism, and unlock calmer, more connected communication in every area of life.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How three key brain networks shape focus, intuition, and connection</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why real, lasting change happens in 90-day neurological cycles</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Rei’s powerful personal breakthrough from trauma, depression, and self-judgment</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How brain hygiene practices can end stress in seconds (not years)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The neuroscience behind confident communication, rapport, and creative flow</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why embodied calm makes you a “tuning fork” for others in conversation</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Featured Guest: Rei McColley</strong></p><p>Rei McColley is a Certified NeuroCoach, Art and Movement Therapist, Master Certified in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, and Certified in Neuro-Linguistic Programming. With 35 years studying human communication and seven years in neuroscience, Rei blends brain-based strategies, mindfulness, and creative expression to help people build clarity, confidence, and authentic connection in life and work.</p><p>Learn more about the Neuroscience of Connection Self Mastery Program and receive recording of our masterclass for free: https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan has been an entrepreneur all her life. Since her first lemonade stand, she has completed two marketing degrees, built from scratch several businesses and helped in the launch of hundreds of new ventures. She has been training entrepreneurs and selling online since 1995, much before google! … and has seen it all. As president of <a href="https://newearthmarketing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">New Earth Marketing</a>, she has built hundreds of websites. Susan, an expert in marketing strategy, branding, SEO &amp; conversions, calls herself an internetologist and now helps entrepreneurs and companies succeed online through her Brand Alignment Framework and running collaborative marketing campaigns for the Grand Connection. Susan is passionate about the power of collaboration to leverage success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What if lasting change didn’t require willpower — but a rewiring of your brain? In Part 3 of <em>The Neuroscience of Connection</em>, let’s dives deep into the neuroscience of real, lasting transformation. Rei shares how brain network switching and self-mastery practices can dissolve stress, quiet inner criticism, and unlock calmer, more connected communication in every area of life.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How three key brain networks shape focus, intuition, and connection</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why real, lasting change happens in 90-day neurological cycles</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Rei’s powerful personal breakthrough from trauma, depression, and self-judgment</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How brain hygiene practices can end stress in seconds (not years)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The neuroscience behind confident communication, rapport, and creative flow</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why embodied calm makes you a “tuning fork” for others in conversation</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Featured Guest: Rei McColley</strong></p><p>Rei McColley is a Certified NeuroCoach, Art and Movement Therapist, Master Certified in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, and Certified in Neuro-Linguistic Programming. With 35 years studying human communication and seven years in neuroscience, Rei blends brain-based strategies, mindfulness, and creative expression to help people build clarity, confidence, and authentic connection in life and work.</p><p>Learn more about the Neuroscience of Connection Self Mastery Program and receive recording of our masterclass for free: https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan has been an entrepreneur all her life. Since her first lemonade stand, she has completed two marketing degrees, built from scratch several businesses and helped in the launch of hundreds of new ventures. She has been training entrepreneurs and selling online since 1995, much before google! … and has seen it all. As president of <a href="https://newearthmarketing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">New Earth Marketing</a>, she has built hundreds of websites. Susan, an expert in marketing strategy, branding, SEO &amp; conversions, calls herself an internetologist and now helps entrepreneurs and companies succeed online through her Brand Alignment Framework and running collaborative marketing campaigns for the Grand Connection. Susan is passionate about the power of collaboration to leverage success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/the-neuroscience-of-connection-part-3-self-mastery-stress-relief-lasting-change]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a1691d65-6c58-443e-9cc8-6e09f93e35ac</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c2a05bb4-1cac-4e78-acf3-115eafc0a242/GC006-Coverart.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a1691d65-6c58-443e-9cc8-6e09f93e35ac.mp3" length="18104469" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>6</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>The Neuroscience of Connection (Part 2): Brain Network Switching and the Science of Flow with Rei McColley | 005</title><itunes:title>The Neuroscience of Connection (Part 2): Brain Network Switching and the Science of Flow with Rei McColley | 005</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Your brain already knows how to access calm, clarity, and insight—you just need to switch networks. In this episode, Rei breaks down the science behind brain network switching and introduces the powerful <em>Mindful Minute</em>—a simple practice that can lower stress, boost immunity, and shift you into a state of flow in just sixty seconds. Joined by Jeff Ostroff, this conversation bridges neuroscience, mindfulness, and everyday practicality to help you create more connection, creativity, and ease in your life.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Three brain networks—focused attention, strategy-making, and salience—shape how you think, feel, and act.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The salience network supports intuition, values, connection, and present-moment awareness.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Switching between networks boosts creativity, decision-making, and emotional control.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The Mindful Minute reduces stress, moves cerebrospinal fluid, and supports immunity.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Meta-awareness calms the nervous system and helps rewire habits.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Featured Guest: Rei McColley</strong></p><p>Rei McColley is a Certified NeuroCoach, Art and Movement Therapist, Master Certified in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, and Certified in Neuro-Linguistic Programming. With 35 years studying human communication and seven years in neuroscience, Rei blends brain-based strategies, mindfulness, and creative expression to help people build clarity, confidence, and authentic connection in life and work.</p><p>Learn more about the Neuroscience of Connection Self Mastery Program and receive recording of our masterclass for free</p><p><a href="https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info</a></p><p><strong>About the Host:</strong></p><p>Jeff Ostroff started interviewing and recording people when he was barely seven years old! It started when his father bought a 7” reel-to-reel Webcor tape recorder that had a microphone. Jeff constantly used that microphone or a bottle of hair tonic (to represent the mic) to announce baseball games and rock-and-roll songs.</p><p>These days, Jeff has reconnected more strongly than ever with his interviewing and voiceover passions. While handling his clients’ voiceover projects, he’s interviewed different leaders on nearly 180 programs since June 2020. His two audio/video promotional interviewing platforms are Voices in the Spotlight and Looking Forward®: It’s All About Opportunities. He also interviews business owners to help them sell their businesses or create client/customer video testimonials for them, and mid-to-senior-level job seekers to help them land jobs or Board positions.</p><p>Jeff’s helped create and hosted (or co-hosted) podcasts for others including BBX World’s “Business X” (Australia) podcast, episodes of the “My MacDLife” and “The Local Business Show” podcasts, and, most recently, the Jewish Family Services of Delaware and Grand Connections podcasts. He’s created and hosted podcasts of his own, too, including “Health Care on the Horizon.”</p><p>Jeff’s also a job/media interviewing coach and the author of the books, Successful Marketing to the 50+ Consumer (Prentice-Hall) and 6 Great Global Opportunities for This Decade (self-published). Previously, he was an executive in marketing and communications for two large health care organizations. He also founded and led a bicycle-touring business, and a marketing consulting and speaking/training firm which helped business targeting the seniors’ (age 50+) market.</p><p>Jeff Ostroff can be reach at www.jeff-ostroff.com or on LinkedIn at <u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ostroff/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ostroff/</a></u></p><p><strong>Connect with the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Your brain already knows how to access calm, clarity, and insight—you just need to switch networks. In this episode, Rei breaks down the science behind brain network switching and introduces the powerful <em>Mindful Minute</em>—a simple practice that can lower stress, boost immunity, and shift you into a state of flow in just sixty seconds. Joined by Jeff Ostroff, this conversation bridges neuroscience, mindfulness, and everyday practicality to help you create more connection, creativity, and ease in your life.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Hear:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Three brain networks—focused attention, strategy-making, and salience—shape how you think, feel, and act.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The salience network supports intuition, values, connection, and present-moment awareness.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Switching between networks boosts creativity, decision-making, and emotional control.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The Mindful Minute reduces stress, moves cerebrospinal fluid, and supports immunity.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Meta-awareness calms the nervous system and helps rewire habits.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Featured Guest: Rei McColley</strong></p><p>Rei McColley is a Certified NeuroCoach, Art and Movement Therapist, Master Certified in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, and Certified in Neuro-Linguistic Programming. With 35 years studying human communication and seven years in neuroscience, Rei blends brain-based strategies, mindfulness, and creative expression to help people build clarity, confidence, and authentic connection in life and work.</p><p>Learn more about the Neuroscience of Connection Self Mastery Program and receive recording of our masterclass for free</p><p><a href="https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info</a></p><p><strong>About the Host:</strong></p><p>Jeff Ostroff started interviewing and recording people when he was barely seven years old! It started when his father bought a 7” reel-to-reel Webcor tape recorder that had a microphone. Jeff constantly used that microphone or a bottle of hair tonic (to represent the mic) to announce baseball games and rock-and-roll songs.</p><p>These days, Jeff has reconnected more strongly than ever with his interviewing and voiceover passions. While handling his clients’ voiceover projects, he’s interviewed different leaders on nearly 180 programs since June 2020. His two audio/video promotional interviewing platforms are Voices in the Spotlight and Looking Forward®: It’s All About Opportunities. He also interviews business owners to help them sell their businesses or create client/customer video testimonials for them, and mid-to-senior-level job seekers to help them land jobs or Board positions.</p><p>Jeff’s helped create and hosted (or co-hosted) podcasts for others including BBX World’s “Business X” (Australia) podcast, episodes of the “My MacDLife” and “The Local Business Show” podcasts, and, most recently, the Jewish Family Services of Delaware and Grand Connections podcasts. He’s created and hosted podcasts of his own, too, including “Health Care on the Horizon.”</p><p>Jeff’s also a job/media interviewing coach and the author of the books, Successful Marketing to the 50+ Consumer (Prentice-Hall) and 6 Great Global Opportunities for This Decade (self-published). Previously, he was an executive in marketing and communications for two large health care organizations. He also founded and led a bicycle-touring business, and a marketing consulting and speaking/training firm which helped business targeting the seniors’ (age 50+) market.</p><p>Jeff Ostroff can be reach at www.jeff-ostroff.com or on LinkedIn at <u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ostroff/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ostroff/</a></u></p><p><strong>Connect with the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/the-neuroscience-of-connection-part-2-brain-network-switching-and-the-science-of-flow-with-rei-mccolley]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3a1b29a2-629c-46ec-9bbc-008c23c873df</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/74feabcc-4498-4db8-b45f-2ad82024f70b/Guest-episode-4.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3a1b29a2-629c-46ec-9bbc-008c23c873df.mp3" length="16289685" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>27:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>The Neuroscience of Connection (Part 1) : How Your Brain Builds Trust and Rapport with Rei McColley | 004</title><itunes:title>The Neuroscience of Connection (Part 1) : How Your Brain Builds Trust and Rapport with Rei McColley | 004</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Connection isn’t about personality—it’s about how your brain works. In this episode, Rei McColley joins Jeff Ostroff to explore the brain science behind trust, rapport, and presence. Rei breaks down the three key brain networks that shape focus, imagination, and social connection, explains why simple actions like yawning and shared values build trust, and reveals what’s really happening in the brain during social anxiety. This episode lays the foundation for understanding connection as a learnable, brain-based skill.</p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How neuroscience became the missing puzzle piece in Rei’s self-growth journey</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The three key brain networks that shape focus, imagination, and connection</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why yawning and shared values build trust faster than words</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>What really happens in your brain during social anxiety or overwhelm</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How switching brain networks creates flow, agency, and deeper presence</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Featured Guest:</strong></p><p><strong>Rei McColley</strong> is a Certified NeuroCoach, Art and Movement Therapist, Master Certified in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, and Certified in Neuro-Linguistic Programming. With 35 years studying human communication and seven years in neuroscience, Rei blends brain-based strategies, mindfulness, and creative expression to help people build clarity, confidence, and authentic connection in life and work.</p><p>Learn more about the Neuroscience of Connection Self Mastery Program and receive recording of our masterclass for free</p><p><a href="https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Host:</strong></p><p>Jeff Ostroff’s love for interviewing began at age seven, using a reel-to-reel recorder (or even a bottle of hair tonic) to announce baseball games and music. Today, he’s deeply reconnected with that passion—interviewing leaders across nearly 180 programs since 2020 through his platforms <em>Voices in the Spotlight</em> and <em>Looking Forward®: It’s All About Opportunities</em>. <strong>Jeff Ostroff</strong> also creates and hosts podcasts, produces video testimonials, coaches job and media interviews, and is the author of <em>Successful Marketing to the 50+ Consumer</em> and <em>6 Great Global Opportunities for This Decade</em>. His background includes senior marketing roles in healthcare and founding multiple successful businesses.</p><p>Jeff Ostroff can be reach at <u>www.jeff-ostroff.com </u>or on LinkedIn at <u>https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ostroff/</u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the<a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><em><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></em><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">.</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Connection isn’t about personality—it’s about how your brain works. In this episode, Rei McColley joins Jeff Ostroff to explore the brain science behind trust, rapport, and presence. Rei breaks down the three key brain networks that shape focus, imagination, and social connection, explains why simple actions like yawning and shared values build trust, and reveals what’s really happening in the brain during social anxiety. This episode lays the foundation for understanding connection as a learnable, brain-based skill.</p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How neuroscience became the missing puzzle piece in Rei’s self-growth journey</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The three key brain networks that shape focus, imagination, and connection</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why yawning and shared values build trust faster than words</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>What really happens in your brain during social anxiety or overwhelm</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How switching brain networks creates flow, agency, and deeper presence</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Featured Guest:</strong></p><p><strong>Rei McColley</strong> is a Certified NeuroCoach, Art and Movement Therapist, Master Certified in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, and Certified in Neuro-Linguistic Programming. With 35 years studying human communication and seven years in neuroscience, Rei blends brain-based strategies, mindfulness, and creative expression to help people build clarity, confidence, and authentic connection in life and work.</p><p>Learn more about the Neuroscience of Connection Self Mastery Program and receive recording of our masterclass for free</p><p><a href="https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://community.grandconnection.ca/self-mastery-info</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Host:</strong></p><p>Jeff Ostroff’s love for interviewing began at age seven, using a reel-to-reel recorder (or even a bottle of hair tonic) to announce baseball games and music. Today, he’s deeply reconnected with that passion—interviewing leaders across nearly 180 programs since 2020 through his platforms <em>Voices in the Spotlight</em> and <em>Looking Forward®: It’s All About Opportunities</em>. <strong>Jeff Ostroff</strong> also creates and hosts podcasts, produces video testimonials, coaches job and media interviews, and is the author of <em>Successful Marketing to the 50+ Consumer</em> and <em>6 Great Global Opportunities for This Decade</em>. His background includes senior marketing roles in healthcare and founding multiple successful businesses.</p><p>Jeff Ostroff can be reach at <u>www.jeff-ostroff.com </u>or on LinkedIn at <u>https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ostroff/</u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the<a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><em><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></em><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">.</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/the-neuroscience-of-connection-part-1-how-your-brain-builds-trust-and-rapport-with-rei-mccolley-004]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d43c7bd8-e71f-4da3-a2b8-651dec807693</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/d20253dc-03db-417f-8208-3d0185c445d3/Guest-episode-4-2.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d43c7bd8-e71f-4da3-a2b8-651dec807693.mp3" length="16993534" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>23:36</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>4</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>The Grand Intro: A Simple Networking Formula That Works | 003</title><itunes:title>The Grand Intro: A Simple Networking Formula That Works | 003</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you’ve ever watched someone’s eyes glaze over during an introduction, this episode gives you a simple fix you can use today. Susan breaks down the Grand Intro, a clear, warm, memorable way to explain who you help, the transformation you create, and what makes you different, without over-explaining. You’ll also learn why brevity works from a brain-based attention standpoint, how to add a “grand ask” so people can actually refer you to others, and how to get past the nerves that make networking feel awkward. With some inspirational examples, by the end, you’ll have an intro you can repeat in 20 to 30 seconds, plus a quick version for those “tell me what you do” moments.</p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The 3-part intro that makes you instantly easier to remember - Learn a simple structure that helps people get what you do fast and recall it later.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How to name the transformation you create without getting wordy - Get a practical way to describe results so your message lands clearly.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The “superpower” line that builds trust in one short phrase- Figure out what to say that feels credible, human, and easy to repeat.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The grand ask that turns small talk into real referrals - Learn how to ask for the right connections so others can actually help.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The confidence reset for anyone who feels awkward on Zoom - Pick up a few simple ways to practice, track wins, and get support so you improve quickly.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan has been an entrepreneur all her life. Since her first lemonade stand, she has completed two marketing degrees, built from scratch several businesses and helped in the launch of hundreds of new ventures. She has been training entrepreneurs and selling online since 1995, much before google! … and has seen it all. As president of <a href="https://newearthmarketing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">New Earth Marketing</a>, she has built hundreds of websites. Susan, an expert in marketing strategy, branding, SEO &amp; conversions, calls herself an internetologist and now helps entrepreneurs and companies succeed online through her Brand Alignment Framework and running collaborative marketing campaigns for the Grand Connection. Susan is passionate about the power of collaboration to leverage success.</p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Soon your free free gift from Susan will be available in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you’ve ever watched someone’s eyes glaze over during an introduction, this episode gives you a simple fix you can use today. Susan breaks down the Grand Intro, a clear, warm, memorable way to explain who you help, the transformation you create, and what makes you different, without over-explaining. You’ll also learn why brevity works from a brain-based attention standpoint, how to add a “grand ask” so people can actually refer you to others, and how to get past the nerves that make networking feel awkward. With some inspirational examples, by the end, you’ll have an intro you can repeat in 20 to 30 seconds, plus a quick version for those “tell me what you do” moments.</p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The 3-part intro that makes you instantly easier to remember - Learn a simple structure that helps people get what you do fast and recall it later.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How to name the transformation you create without getting wordy - Get a practical way to describe results so your message lands clearly.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The “superpower” line that builds trust in one short phrase- Figure out what to say that feels credible, human, and easy to repeat.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The grand ask that turns small talk into real referrals - Learn how to ask for the right connections so others can actually help.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The confidence reset for anyone who feels awkward on Zoom - Pick up a few simple ways to practice, track wins, and get support so you improve quickly.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan has been an entrepreneur all her life. Since her first lemonade stand, she has completed two marketing degrees, built from scratch several businesses and helped in the launch of hundreds of new ventures. She has been training entrepreneurs and selling online since 1995, much before google! … and has seen it all. As president of <a href="https://newearthmarketing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">New Earth Marketing</a>, she has built hundreds of websites. Susan, an expert in marketing strategy, branding, SEO &amp; conversions, calls herself an internetologist and now helps entrepreneurs and companies succeed online through her Brand Alignment Framework and running collaborative marketing campaigns for the Grand Connection. Susan is passionate about the power of collaboration to leverage success.</p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Soon your free free gift from Susan will be available in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/the-grand-intro-a-simple-networking-formula-that-works]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5cba6b5a-86ce-460d-b3c4-5d75eef5d75f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/6eba41d9-efd8-43fb-ae9b-164fce990732/GC003-The-Grand-Intro-A-Simple-Networking-Formula-That-Works-Co.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5cba6b5a-86ce-460d-b3c4-5d75eef5d75f.mp3" length="31773336" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>3</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/81779546-7fb1-4c0f-9280-dbc34a01c1c2/transcript.srt" type="application/srt" rel="captions"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/81779546-7fb1-4c0f-9280-dbc34a01c1c2/index.html" type="text/html"/></item><item><title>What Happens When You Stop Creating Your Business Alone with Kimberley Day | 002</title><itunes:title>What Happens When You Stop Creating Your Business Alone with Kimberley Day | 002</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What if the next big shift in your business starts with one tiny conversation? Susan and best selling author Kimberley Day explore how the Connect, Create, Collaborate framework transforms simple interactions into retreats, books and long term partnerships by replacing isolation with trust, clarity and community. You see how small moments of connection spark creativity, how collaboration helps authors finish faster and launch stronger, and how structure supports confidence so ideas move from “someday” to done.</p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why Small Connections Create Big Momentum - See how simple acts like sharing a resource or speaking up in a breakout room can spark retreats, books and joint programs.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How Connect, Create, Collaborate Works In Real Life - Follow Kim’s client stories to understand how connection builds safety, clarity and then confident collaboration that finishes big projects.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Finishing Your Book Faster Through Community - Learn why authors who stop working alone write full manuscripts in days, land sponsors and turn launches into real revenue.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The Cost Of Creating In Isolation - Explore what happens when you try to build your business or write your book by yourself, and why confidence and progress stall.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>First Steps To Share Your Story And Find Collaborators - Get simple ways to start small, share your message, test ideas and invite collaboration without needing everything figured out.</li></ol><br/><h2>FREE GIFT FOR LISTENERS</h2><p><strong>Book-2-Buyers Toolkit</strong></p><p><strong>*Perfect for authors, creators, and community-minded entrepreneurs. The Book-2-Buyers Toolkit includes the following 3 resources:</strong></p><p><strong>1. ChatGPT Book Launch Blueprint:</strong> Go from idea to book launch faster than you can say “ABRACADABRA" with the EXACT prompts to write a book that turns readers into high ticket clients.</p><p><strong>2. Client Enrollment LAUNCH MAPS: </strong>5 Done-For-You client enrollment LAUNCH MAPS designed for visual learners. These are PLUG &amp; PLAY launch maps and execution guides that give you the simple steps to skyrocket (and systematize) your client enrollment.</p><p><strong>3. Unlimited Leads Training:</strong> Strategies to fill your pipeline with leads, get butts in seats for your events, so you can create consistent and predictable income for your business.</p><p><strong>Immediate access when you <a href="https://www.skool.com/the-influential-entrepreneur-9161" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Join The Influential Entrepreneur Community</a></strong></p><p><strong>Get 30 days FREE access to all the tools and resources and participate in our monthly 30-Day Challenge to build momentum, clarity, and visibility—one small daily step at a time.</strong></p><p><strong>Ongoing support only $47/month, cancel anytime.</strong></p><p><strong>About the Guest</strong>:</p><p>Kim Day is a 3X bestselling author, publisher, and book-to-business strategist who helps entrepreneurs turn their expertise into powerful books and profitable business ecosystems. She leads the <em>Grand Authors Group</em> inside the <em>Grand Connection</em> and is known for her high-impact <em>VIP 3-Day Intensives</em>, where clients build complete offers, funnels, messaging, and systems in just 72 hours. Kim is also the co-host of the <em>Write Your Book Retreat</em> in Mexico with fellow GC member Blaney Teal, where authors have completed manuscripts in as little as four days. She believes <em>connection</em> is currency, <em>creation</em> thrives in community, and <em>collaboration</em> accelerates results more than hustle ever will.</p><p>Community: <a href="https://www.skool.com/the-influential-entrepreneur-9161" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Influential Entrepreneur Skool</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/therealkimday/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@therealkimday</a></p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/therealkimday/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">/therealkimday</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealkimday/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">/therealkimday</a></p><p>Grab a copy of my latest book: <a href="https://littlebookofbighooks.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Little Book of BIG Hooks</a></p><p>Create a 5-Figure Offer at my next online workshop: <a href="https://kimberleyday.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">5-Figure Offer Workshop</a></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan has been an entrepreneur all her life. Since her first lemonade stand, she has completed two marketing degrees, built from scratch several businesses and helped in the launch of hundreds of new ventures. She has been training entrepreneurs and selling online since 1995, much before google! … and has seen it all. As president of <a href="https://newearthmarketing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">New Earth Marketing</a>, she has built hundreds of websites. Susan, an expert in marketing strategy, branding, SEO &amp; conversions, calls herself an internetologist and now helps entrepreneurs and companies succeed online through her Brand Alignment Framework and running collaborative marketing campaigns for the Grand Connection. Susan is passionate about the power of collaboration to leverage success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Soon your free free gift from Susan will be available in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What if the next big shift in your business starts with one tiny conversation? Susan and best selling author Kimberley Day explore how the Connect, Create, Collaborate framework transforms simple interactions into retreats, books and long term partnerships by replacing isolation with trust, clarity and community. You see how small moments of connection spark creativity, how collaboration helps authors finish faster and launch stronger, and how structure supports confidence so ideas move from “someday” to done.</p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why Small Connections Create Big Momentum - See how simple acts like sharing a resource or speaking up in a breakout room can spark retreats, books and joint programs.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How Connect, Create, Collaborate Works In Real Life - Follow Kim’s client stories to understand how connection builds safety, clarity and then confident collaboration that finishes big projects.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Finishing Your Book Faster Through Community - Learn why authors who stop working alone write full manuscripts in days, land sponsors and turn launches into real revenue.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The Cost Of Creating In Isolation - Explore what happens when you try to build your business or write your book by yourself, and why confidence and progress stall.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>First Steps To Share Your Story And Find Collaborators - Get simple ways to start small, share your message, test ideas and invite collaboration without needing everything figured out.</li></ol><br/><h2>FREE GIFT FOR LISTENERS</h2><p><strong>Book-2-Buyers Toolkit</strong></p><p><strong>*Perfect for authors, creators, and community-minded entrepreneurs. The Book-2-Buyers Toolkit includes the following 3 resources:</strong></p><p><strong>1. ChatGPT Book Launch Blueprint:</strong> Go from idea to book launch faster than you can say “ABRACADABRA" with the EXACT prompts to write a book that turns readers into high ticket clients.</p><p><strong>2. Client Enrollment LAUNCH MAPS: </strong>5 Done-For-You client enrollment LAUNCH MAPS designed for visual learners. These are PLUG &amp; PLAY launch maps and execution guides that give you the simple steps to skyrocket (and systematize) your client enrollment.</p><p><strong>3. Unlimited Leads Training:</strong> Strategies to fill your pipeline with leads, get butts in seats for your events, so you can create consistent and predictable income for your business.</p><p><strong>Immediate access when you <a href="https://www.skool.com/the-influential-entrepreneur-9161" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Join The Influential Entrepreneur Community</a></strong></p><p><strong>Get 30 days FREE access to all the tools and resources and participate in our monthly 30-Day Challenge to build momentum, clarity, and visibility—one small daily step at a time.</strong></p><p><strong>Ongoing support only $47/month, cancel anytime.</strong></p><p><strong>About the Guest</strong>:</p><p>Kim Day is a 3X bestselling author, publisher, and book-to-business strategist who helps entrepreneurs turn their expertise into powerful books and profitable business ecosystems. She leads the <em>Grand Authors Group</em> inside the <em>Grand Connection</em> and is known for her high-impact <em>VIP 3-Day Intensives</em>, where clients build complete offers, funnels, messaging, and systems in just 72 hours. Kim is also the co-host of the <em>Write Your Book Retreat</em> in Mexico with fellow GC member Blaney Teal, where authors have completed manuscripts in as little as four days. She believes <em>connection</em> is currency, <em>creation</em> thrives in community, and <em>collaboration</em> accelerates results more than hustle ever will.</p><p>Community: <a href="https://www.skool.com/the-influential-entrepreneur-9161" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Influential Entrepreneur Skool</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/therealkimday/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@therealkimday</a></p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/therealkimday/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">/therealkimday</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealkimday/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">/therealkimday</a></p><p>Grab a copy of my latest book: <a href="https://littlebookofbighooks.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Little Book of BIG Hooks</a></p><p>Create a 5-Figure Offer at my next online workshop: <a href="https://kimberleyday.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">5-Figure Offer Workshop</a></p><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan has been an entrepreneur all her life. Since her first lemonade stand, she has completed two marketing degrees, built from scratch several businesses and helped in the launch of hundreds of new ventures. She has been training entrepreneurs and selling online since 1995, much before google! … and has seen it all. As president of <a href="https://newearthmarketing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">New Earth Marketing</a>, she has built hundreds of websites. Susan, an expert in marketing strategy, branding, SEO &amp; conversions, calls herself an internetologist and now helps entrepreneurs and companies succeed online through her Brand Alignment Framework and running collaborative marketing campaigns for the Grand Connection. Susan is passionate about the power of collaboration to leverage success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>Facebook Group: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></u></p><p>Facebook: <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></u></p><p>Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></u></p><p>LinkedIn:<u><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></u></p><p>Youtube: <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <u><a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></u></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Soon your free free gift from Susan will be available in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault.</p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em><u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></u></p><p>🎧 <u><a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></u></p><p>🎧<u><a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></u></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/kimberley-day-on-turning-your-book-idea-into-a-client-attraction-machine]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f7991807-1746-4222-8146-57f2de11e26f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/c58184e3-6833-4772-915c-89be6797682b/Guest-episode-4.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f7991807-1746-4222-8146-57f2de11e26f.mp3" length="41202477" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>28:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/20ea56d9-7896-4f44-802c-79f81226e2ca/index.html" type="text/html"/></item><item><title>The Origin of Grand Connection and the Power of Collaboration | 001</title><itunes:title>The Origin of Grand Connection and the Power of Collaboration | 001</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you feel like you’re running hard in your business but not getting anywhere, you’ll relate to Susan’s story of late nights with her daughter’s hamster Nibbles and how that moment sparked a shift toward connection instead of overwhelm. She shares the unexpected Grand Canyon moment in March 2020 that inspired the creation of Grand Connection and explains what collaboration truly is in a way that feels simple and doable. You learn how collaboration shows up in nature, why it helps you go farther with less effort, and how it grows from small acts of support to full partnerships. Susan closes by encouraging you to reach out to just one person this week, reminding you that big momentum starts with small, genuine conversations.</p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why Collaboration Beats the Hamster Wheel – See how working alone creates unnecessary pressure and why shared support leads to steadier progress.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The Moment That Sparked Grand Connection – Explore how a single conversation at the Grand Canyon became the turning point for a new kind of business community.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>What Collaboration Really Looks Like – Get a simple, relatable picture of collaboration through examples from nature, music and everyday life.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The Different Sizes of Collaboration – Understand how partnerships can grow from small acts of generosity to larger creative alliances that expand impact.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How to Find Aligned Collaborators – Learn what qualities matter most in a great partner and how one small action can start a meaningful connection.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan has been an entrepreneur all her life. Since her first lemonade stand, she has completed two marketing degrees, built from scratch several businesses and helped in the launch of hundreds of new ventures. She has been training entrepreneurs and selling online since 1995, much before google! … and has seen it all. As president of <a href="https://newearthmarketing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">New Earth Marketing</a>, she has built hundreds of websites. Susan, an expert in marketing strategy, branding, SEO &amp; conversions, calls herself an internetologist and now helps entrepreneurs and companies succeed online through her Brand Alignment Framework and running collaborative marketing campaigns for the Grand Connection. Susan is passionate about the power of collaboration to leverage success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></p><p>Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></p><p>LinkedIn:<a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></p><p>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault. </p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></p><p>🎧 <a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></p><p>🎧 <a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></p><p>🎧<a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you feel like you’re running hard in your business but not getting anywhere, you’ll relate to Susan’s story of late nights with her daughter’s hamster Nibbles and how that moment sparked a shift toward connection instead of overwhelm. She shares the unexpected Grand Canyon moment in March 2020 that inspired the creation of Grand Connection and explains what collaboration truly is in a way that feels simple and doable. You learn how collaboration shows up in nature, why it helps you go farther with less effort, and how it grows from small acts of support to full partnerships. Susan closes by encouraging you to reach out to just one person this week, reminding you that big momentum starts with small, genuine conversations.</p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Why Collaboration Beats the Hamster Wheel – See how working alone creates unnecessary pressure and why shared support leads to steadier progress.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The Moment That Sparked Grand Connection – Explore how a single conversation at the Grand Canyon became the turning point for a new kind of business community.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>What Collaboration Really Looks Like – Get a simple, relatable picture of collaboration through examples from nature, music and everyday life.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The Different Sizes of Collaboration – Understand how partnerships can grow from small acts of generosity to larger creative alliances that expand impact.</li><li data-list="ordered"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How to Find Aligned Collaborators – Learn what qualities matter most in a great partner and how one small action can start a meaningful connection.</li></ol><br/><p><strong>Meet the Host: Susan Jarema</strong></p><p>Susan has been an entrepreneur all her life. Since her first lemonade stand, she has completed two marketing degrees, built from scratch several businesses and helped in the launch of hundreds of new ventures. She has been training entrepreneurs and selling online since 1995, much before google! … and has seen it all. As president of <a href="https://newearthmarketing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">New Earth Marketing</a>, she has built hundreds of websites. Susan, an expert in marketing strategy, branding, SEO &amp; conversions, calls herself an internetologist and now helps entrepreneurs and companies succeed online through her Brand Alignment Framework and running collaborative marketing campaigns for the Grand Connection. Susan is passionate about the power of collaboration to leverage success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Susan and the Grand Connection Community:</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/</a></p><p>Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/grand.connection</a></p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrandConnectionCommunity</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/grandconnection.ca/</a></p><p>LinkedIn:<a href="http://linkedin.com/company/66749100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> linkedin.com/company/66749100</a></p><p>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq03yde7nb57HKV1hhztYA</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Access your Grand Growth Bundle and Free Guest Pass</strong>: <a href="https://grandconnection.ca/gifts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grandconnection.ca/gifts</a></p><p><br></p><p>We are proud to have <strong>Grand Connection Podcast</strong> on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>. Grab your free gift from Susan in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault. </p><p>Love this show? Check out the other shows on the <em>High Vibe Podcast Network</em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Share the Love</strong></p><p>✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway!</p><p>🦋 Don’t forget to rate &amp; review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔊 Listen &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎧 <a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/apple" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></p><p>🎧 <a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></p><p>🎧 <a href="https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/amazon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a></p><p>🎧<a href="https://network.highvibepodcastnetwork.com/podcast/grand-connection-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High Vibe Podcast Network</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://grand-connection-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/the-origin-of-grand-connection-and-the-power-of-collaboration]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a9922e9a-3671-4043-99e0-99555fd3ddc1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/dcdbc739-4d5c-4f3b-86cf-033bd099b67d/GC001-The-Origin-of-Grand-Connection-and-the-Power-of-Collabora.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a9922e9a-3671-4043-99e0-99555fd3ddc1.mp3" length="19633614" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:38</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/8cbaafb0-2c49-4b76-a518-2ec1eeb0450d/transcript.srt" type="application/srt" rel="captions"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcripts.captivate.fm/transcript/8cbaafb0-2c49-4b76-a518-2ec1eeb0450d/index.html" type="text/html"/></item><item><title>Your Grand Connection Journey Begins Here</title><itunes:title>Your Grand Connection Journey Begins Here</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the Grand Connection Podcast and a community built on connection, collaboration, and meaningful growth. 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