Access Ideas

🌟 Feeling overwhelmed by the AI buzz? Let Fiona Passantino clarify it for you on our latest Access Ideas episode. Discover how artificial intelligence is seamlessly integrating into our work lives, explained in terms everyone can understand. 🤖💡

🚀 Fiona reveals how gamification is transforming team dynamics and what true connection means in today’s digital workplaces. Gain practical tips on using AI tools to enhance your tasks and insights into future technologies like quantum computing and robotics.

🎧 Whether AI seems daunting or you’re curious about technological innovation, Fiona’s guidance will demystify tech, providing practical knowledge and perspective.

🔗 Ready to harness the transformative power of AI? Listen now at https://accessideas.captivate.fm/listen and start applying AI solutions with clarity and ease in your daily work life.

We're thrilled to bring you an insightful conversation with Diana Birsan, the innovative co-founder of Downpay. Starting with a bright idea at Shopify, Diana has transformed the ecommerce scene, making shopping easier and more accessible for everyone. 🚀🛒

In this episode, we delve into how Downpay is transforming the way we think about purchasing, making everything from dream furniture to tech gadgets more accessible and sustainable. Diana shares her journey, the impact of Downpay in the ecommerce world, and her vision for the future of online shopping. 💡🛋️

Why listen? If you're fascinated by technology, entrepreneurship, or the future of ecommerce, Diana's story offers unique insights and inspiration. Her journey through the challenges and triumphs of launching a game-changing payment solution is compelling and full of lessons for anyone interested in the digital marketplace.

🎧 Ready to dive in? Click here to listen now: https://accessideas.captivate.fm/listen

This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the future of online shopping and how innovative solutions like Downpay are making it brighter and more inclusive.

Excited to share a new episode of Access Ideas with the remarkable Inga Ngwabu, a pioneer in transforming how small and medium-sized enterprises thrive. 🚀

Dive in as we uncover:

1️⃣ The Capability Mindset 🗝️ - Inga walks us through this pivotal approach, urging us to see businesses as ecosystems ready for growth. It's about preparing meticulously for your strategic journey, much like gearing up for a marathon.

2️⃣ Business as a Village 🏘️ - Inga's compelling analogy reminds us of the strength in unity and interconnection within our organizations, highlighting the power of community in achieving seamless operations.

3️⃣ Bridging Gaps with Communication 🌉 - A fascinating story from a financial firm illustrates the critical need for clear, cross-departmental communication to enhance customer onboarding and overall efficiency.

Inga's insights are a treasure trove for anyone looking to view their business with fresh eyes, offering practical strategies for dealing with tech, team, and process challenges.

🎧 Dive into this insightful conversation on Access Ideas and let's use these strategies to fuel growth and innovation in our ventures together! 💡



👉 Listen here: https://accessideas.captivate.fm/listen

Eager to hear your thoughts and takeaways! Drop them in the comments below! 👇

🎧 Dive into a transformative conversation with Krati Mehra the driving force behind the Experible podcast. She's on a mission to empower individuals to achieve their ambitions by focusing on resilience and emotional well-being.

Discover strategies for developing a strong personal identity and optimizing mental and physical health, essential for a balanced and fulfilling life. Our discussion explores actionable steps for pursuing your goals with confidence and the synergy between health and success.

We also share our passion for reading and its profound impact on personal growth and empowerment.

If you're looking for practical insights into personal growth, resilience, and self-empowerment, this episode is a must-listen. Krati's wisdom will inspire you to take charge of your life with confidence and clarity.

🔊 Listen to the full episode here: https://accessideas.captivate.fm/listen.

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Join us as we delve into the vital roles of trust and strength in leadership with Brian Schubring, Dr. Linda Schubring, and Nathan Freeberg from Leadership Vision Consulting. In this episode, not only do we uncover some powerful insights, but I also share highlights from my years in communications, reflecting on how trust and strength have played key roles in my journey.

🔑 Key Takeaways:
🤝 Defining trust in the leadership context
🌐 Embracing vulnerability in leadership
🔄 Building resilience by challenging our strengths
💬 Listening: The underrated superpower in team dynamics
🌟 Celebrating team excellence

I’m eager to hear from you! What strategies have you found effective for building trust within your team? Do you have any personal experiences or insights to share? Let’s discuss below! 🌟

https://accessideas.captivate.fm/episode/leadership

🎧 Join us for an enriching conversation with Jacqueline Genova, a trailblazer in holistic wellness and the creative force behind WellnStrong. Jacqueline's life is a testament to the power of integrating traditional and alternative medicine, inspired by her own health triumphs and her mother's courageous battle against cancer.

🍃💬 In Today's Episode, Discover:

🌟 Jacqueline's transformative health journey
🌱 The blend of emotional healing & integrative medicine
🎗️ New perspectives on breast cancer through holistic approaches
🌍 The fascinating 'terrain' concept in medicine
🍇 Mistletoe therapy and its role in cancer care
💡 Integrative strategies in cancer treatment & healthcare
🕵️‍♂️ Debunking cancer industry conspiracies
🧠 The incredible influence of mindset on health
🌼 Practical tips for everyday wellness
We also get into the details of health research and chat about the role of brand partnerships in the wellness industry.

Listen: https://accessideas.captivate.fm/episode/jacqueline

Important Reminder: This podcast is for informational purposes and not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for any health concerns or before starting new treatments.

🚀 Ready to explore the realms of holistic and integrative health? Jacqueline's insights and our engaging discussions await you!

👉 Click the link in the comments to listen now and be part of this inspiring wellness journey!

🚀 Ready to level up your creativity? Don't miss the latest episode of Access Ideas!

Join me and Angela Hollowell, and the visionary behind the Creative Architects podcast by Castos, as we discuss the evergreen principles of being a creator and the roles of technology and community in the creative process.

We also dive into the evolution of AI-assisted tools for creators and their transformative impact on creative work. Angela shares her valuable insights on the importance of editing and tailoring content for different platforms. Plus, don't miss our discussion on creating unique experiences for audiences and pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a podcaster and visual creator. It's a treasure trove of knowledge and practical tips!

🎧 Listen @ https://accessideas.captivate.fm/episode/angela

Thank you for highlighting this part of our conversation Garik Tate! Once people have the experience of using generative AI tools to boost their creative process, they rarely want to go back 🚀

🎧 In this episode, Garik Tate, founder of Valhalla.Team, shares his perspectives on building a culture of on your team and the generative AI tools that can make a significant difference in your creative output.

We also explore the challenges of working with those who resist using new technology and how you can immerse yourself in learning the tools that deliver real benefits in your personal and professional life.



Full episode: https://accessideas.captivate.fm/episode/garik

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🎧In this episode, Molly Mandelberg, founder of Wild Hearts Rise Up, reveals how she helps clients find their people and benefit from what she calls the magnetics of marketing.

We also explore the challenges Molly faced in her journey as an entrepreneur and how overcoming those challenges enabled her to help others bridge the gap between where they are now, and where they want to be.

This is a fantastic conversation with lots of practical tips! Molly has an unusual combination of spiritual, visionary, and high tech, practical business savvy. She is an artist, a globe trotter, a writer, a speaker, a facilitator and a leader ✨🪄

🎧In this episode, founder and executive producer of Kickass Conferences, Isaac Watson, reveals how top-notch strategy and exceptional event design will make your audience sit up, take notice and get motivated to make real change.

Isaac shares his experience turning a community event into a successful online summit and highlights essential considerations for planning your next (or first!) event. We also discuss the trends in bringing communities together after the pandemic, the importance of understanding specific elements of an event budget, and how to determine the best design for an event.



Full episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/access-ideas/id1603012395?i=1000622908386

🎧⁣ In this episode, Talk to People Podcast host Chris Miller and I chat about the importance of social fitness and community connections. I also share personal stories about connecting with others after a move to a new city and the lingering challenges of building relationships after the pandemic.

Chris and I first connected over our interest in the and we soon realized we shared a common focus on social well-being. In this conversation I also share some personal stories about connecting with others after a move to a new city and the lingering challenges in building relationships after the pandemic.

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My latest episode features a conversation with Rachel Décoste. Guided by a DNA test, in 2018 she visited five countries in as many months – Senegal, Ivory Coast, Togo, Ghana and Benin – each country held a piece of her ancestry.

When Rachel returned home, she recorded an audiobook about her adventures: The Year of Return: A Black Woman’s African Homecoming. Rachel recounts her journey with vivid imagery and humour – her pan-African trek is peppered with unexpected twists and delightful discoveries.

Listen to the complete episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/access-ideas/id1603012395?i=1000614584553

Check out my latest episode where I sit down with Monique Giroux, who left her 30-year career in financial services and not-for-profit sector to live a minimalist, nomadic lifestyle. Monique is a certified Forest Therapy Guide, Reiki Master, and meditation, , and teacher.

She shares her expertise through The Flourishment Collective, where she is a distance reiki practitioner, mentor, and coach for women's retreats and new forest therapy guides. She is dedicated to helping clients slow down, feel calm and grounded, and reconnect with nature and themselves.

Monique is also the founder of the global community of forest therapy guides, the Forest Guide Circle, and the climate impact startup, Homes to Zero. She is currently writing a book to inspire others to live a life they don't need a vacation from.

If you're looking to nourish your soul, learn how to flourish in life, and meet an incredible guide, be sure to tune in!

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My first of 2023!

The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness written and narrated by Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz

Whether you want to get more out of your closest relationships with family or you’re seeking to make the most out of your workplace relationships, or you want to make new friends, the examples shown in the stories the authors share make this one of the most accessible research-based audiobooks that I’ve listened to in a while.

The authors also help dispel the popular idea that childhood trauma or tragedy guarantees an unhappy life. Using stories and data, they illustrate that while those factors make us vulnerable, they do not seal our fate.

🎙️In our latest episode, Alpaca My Bags podcast host Erin Hynes and producer Kattie Laur helped me rethink and tourism, travelling with an escapist mindset, and .

➡️ We also talk about whether a tourist is any different than a traveller and our experiences travelling to our ancestral countries. ⁣⁣

Listen to the complete episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/15-responsible-travel-with-erin-hynes-and-kattie/id1603012395?i=1000595637896

“The Gift of the Magi” is a short story by O. Henry first published in 1905. This audio narration episode is a thank you to all the listeners who have supported the podcast and let us know how much means to you. I look forward to returning in 2023 with more episodes and wish you all Happy Holidays and a Merry Christmas! 💕🎄☃️

In this episode, voice actor and podcast host Jodi Krangle reveals how powerful sound can be – and how it can cut through the noise to make a deeper connection with your listener.

Jodi shares why audio branding matters and highlights the art and business of acting – and how being musical helps!

We also explore strange facts about sound: did you know that you can influence what you *taste* by what you hear?

Listen to this complete episode on all major podcast platforms, including Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/13-great-sound-is-everything-audio-branding-with-jodi/id1603012395?i=1000588209462

☕️In this episode, Steph Fuccio discusses her mission to connect so that they can learn from each other and help get their voices and stories out into the world.⁣
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🎙️Steph is an American who has lived outside the United States for the majority of the past 20 years. She produces the podcast, which features international conversations about niche topics like expat life, language, books, coffee, and of course, podcasting! She’s also the founder of the Global Podcast Editors community, which hosts LIVE Chats on YouTube AND she publishes an information packed newsletter on Substack.⁣
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😄Steph has a unique perspective on podcasting and I think you’ll feel energized by her enthusiasm, curiosity, and creative approach. ⁣
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🌏We explore her international adventures as an expat podcaster in multiple countries, and we talk about how to find the right format for content, whether audio or video.⁣
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🎧Listen to the complete episode on Access Ideas on all major podcast platforms ⁣⁣
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Steph Gaudreau helps athletic women over 40 fuel themselves better, get stronger, increase their energy, and perform better in the gym🔥

You may be surprised and delighted to hear what she has to say about pushing through your perceived limits, building resilience and strength in your 40s and beyond, why you might need to eat more to get the results you’re after, and the notorious toilet trust fall 😁

As always, you can listen to this episode via any major podcast platform: https://accessideas.captivate.fm/listen

is a relaxed, inwardly focused state of mind that makes it easier to accept new ideas. The hypnotist’s role is to help you enter that state, and then to suggest perspectives that will help you in your situation.
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The latest episode of Access Ideas features a conversation with Luke Chao, founder of The Morpheus Clinic, who explains the value of hypnosis and hypnotherapy – free of mysticism, spiritualism or dubious thinking.
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Our conversation highlights the differences between stage hypnosis and , whether everyone be hypnotized, working outside a diagnostic model, and how to apply Luke's insights immediately for your own benefit
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🎧Listen to the complete episode on all major podcast platforms and @ https://accessideas.captivate.fm/episode/luke-chao

After an extended break, the Access Ideas podcast is back with a freshly brewed episode featuring Mike McFall, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of the third-largest U.S. coffee franchise, BIGGBY, and author of the Inc. Original book, Grind, a practical guide for starting a new business.

I connected with Mike especially when he spoke about the importance of hospitality and how to bring out the best in people.

At a time when there's a lot of confident-sounding start-up advice from academics or ultra-wealthy tycoons, Mike's remarkable life journey from minimum-wage barista to business leader has given him a very different outlook. His perspective on business—shaped by spending the last 23+ years helping hundreds of people open and operate successful coffee shops—provides a much-needed roadmap for today's entrepreneurs, so they can turn their ideas into a profitable reality. If Mike's business philosophy can be distilled down to its essence, it would be this: Be brave. Be humble. Be thoughtful. Be aware of others. And

🎧Listen to the complete episode @ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/9-from-minimum-wage-barista-to-ceo-mike-mcfalls-roadmap/id1603012395?i=1000576312039