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Power of PlayExploring the Mantra 'You Only Have 18 Summers': A Conversation with Jim and Jamie SheilsHave you ever stopped to think about the fleeting nature of time, especially in relation to the years we have with our children? Join us on a heartfelt journey with Jim and Jamie Sheils, authors of 'The Family Board Meeting', as we explore their profound mantra - 'you only have 18 summers'. This poignant reminder of the finite nature of time serves as the foundation of our discussion, as we delve into the thrill of their book reaching number one on the Wall Street Journal, and the importance of cherishing every moment with our children, irrespective of the season.
2023-08-3028 minPower of PlayAdventures in Disconnecting: A Journey Beyond WorkDo you ever grapple with the urge to check your emails while sunbathing on a pristine sandy beach? Or struggle to resist the pull of work while you're supposed to be exploring a new city? We've been there, and we're here to share our experiences and solutions in this candid chat about the trials and tribulations of disconnecting from work while traveling. From a remote Lindblad Expedition on the National Geographic Orion in the Kimberly Region of Australia to the bumpy bus rides on the outskirts of bustling cities, we've seen and learned it all.Using personal...
2023-08-0919 minPower of PlayReigniting the Power of Play: Welcome Back with Kelly and AmandaReady to reignite your passion for play and travel? Buckle up as we, your hosts, Amanda Klimak and Kelly Clements, embark on a journey back into the exhilarating world of play through travel. We discuss the latest trends, the impact of COVID-19 and the upcoming rush of Chinese travelers hitting the global market. Amanda shares her insights on the changes in the industry, the rise in prices, and emphasizes the importance of planning ahead. With the future of travel looking busier than ever, we chat about the necessity of planning trips years in advance!We a...
2023-07-0512 minPower of PlayPower of the Pause and Surviving Social DistanceOn this episode of the Power of Play, Kelly and Amanda discuss the alarmist narrative, which leaves us in a swirl of confusion, judgment, and frustration. Staying in a strong resistance to fear can cause many to be left in as much upset as those responding directly to the threat of the virus. They discuss how negativity is negativity, suffering is suffering and fear is fear.So this morning, after facing the facts of what is true today, Kelly and Amanda share their secret weapon: surrender. They discuss things we can do while home for an ext...
2020-03-1525 minPower of PlayManaging Business Travel and Personal Relationships All At The Same TimeKelly is joined today by Scott Largay, Director of Marketing for Largay Travel and the producer of the Power of Play podcast. Scott and Kelly are both highly seasoned travelers and today they are discussing how to preserve both personal care and personal relationships when business travel is a part of your life. Both Kelly and Scott stress the importance of creating a work/life balance while you are traveling. It is important to make room for personal time on your trips. Kelly recommends having specific rituals that bring consistency into your personal care on the road. T...
2020-03-0313 minPower of PlayDiscovering Company Culture Is Everything with special guest Paul LargayKelly is joined today by Paul Largay, co-owner and CEO of Largay Travel. Paul has over 40 years of industry experience and has created an amazing company culture at Largay. His title may say CEO, but he sees himself more as a culture creator and brand manager. Paul explains that great companies are the result of attracting and retaining great people; everyone that works at Largay has to be professional, honorable, and most of all, joyful. Kelly and Paul discuss the company culture at Largay Travel and how Paul is able to foster such a positive environment. He b...
2020-02-2414 minPower of PlayLearning to Get Into Vacation Mode with Kelly and AmandaIn this episode of Power of Play, Amanda and Kelly discuss the difficulties that many entrepreneurs face when traveling and how to overcome them. It can be very hard for many entrepreneurs of all types to leave their work mindset behind when going on vacation. It often takes a couple of days for someone who has been working non-stop to get into vacation mode. Kelly and Amanda offer different advice on getting into a vacation state of mind. It can be helpful to get into the correct mindset regarding your destination, so Amanda suggests reading books, watching m...
2020-02-2014 minPower of PlayLearn About Giving Back While Traveling with Aaron Sapra from ME to WEAmanda is joined this week by Aaron Sapra, Director of Global Partnerships for the social enterprise ME to WE. ME to WE works to provide a sustainable source of funding for WE Charity by working with communities to harness their specific local abilities. ME to WE currently has travel operations based in Kenya, Northwestern India, and in the Amazon rainforest. Working out of their three operational bases, ME to WE offers top-notch lodging for their guests nestled within local communities. These lodges are used as a platform to introduce guests to locals and allow them to unplug, r...
2020-02-1615 minPower of PlayPaying It Forward Through Travel with Special Guest Greg BennickIn this episode of Power of Play, Amanda is joined by Greg Bennick, the founder and director of One Hundred for Haiti, a non-profit organization dedicated to long-term social development in Haiti. Greg is also a motivational speaker, speaking for TedX, Fortune 500 companies, and many major universities.In 2010, Greg joined a sailboat run bringing 12,000 lbs. of supplies to Haiti after the devastating earthquake. He had been to the country eight months before and, wanting to check up on his friends, chose to stay there after landing. He then started his non-profit program, One Hundred for Haiti, which...
2020-02-1213 minPower of PlayGetting Your Health On While TravelingIn this episode of Power of Play, entrepreneur coach Kelly Clements, and president of Largay Travel Amanda Klimak, discuss options for healthier and more active vacations, and why you should give it a go. You'll also hear from travel experts, Ellen Goldman, who talks about her experience at Body Holiday in St. Lucia and Paul Largay, on his transformational experience at Sha Wellness Clinic in Spain.Check out Largay Travel at https://www.pleasegoaway.com/Connect with KellyEmail - kelly@theentreprenewer.comWebsite - https://www.theentreprenewer.com ...
2020-01-1620 minPower of PlayHow to Plan and Embrace Traveling AloneIn this episode of Power of Play, entrepreneur coach, Kelly Clements, and travel visionary, Amanda Klimak, discuss the benefits and challenges of traveling alone. They share tips and tricks that can help to ensure a safe and rejuvenating journey.Additionally, Amanda will share the destinations that her team of travel specialists suggest for the transformational solo journey we dream of. Whether it's New Zealand, Dubai or even Egypt, some of the destinations will surprise even you.Check out Largay Travel at https://www.pleasegoaway.com/Connect with KellyEmail - k...
2019-12-2618 minPower of PlayLove and Travel - How Taking Time To Fall In Love Again is So Important for EntrepreneursIn this episode, Kelly and Amanda talk about how important it is to take the time to fall in love again and reconnect with your partner and even yourself. Learning how to disconnect and reconnect is vital to your happiness and something that takes intention.Check out Largay Travel at https://www.pleasegoaway.com/Connect with KellyEmail - kelly@theentreprenewer.comWebsite - https://www.theentreprenewer.comComplimentary Free Trip Planning Guide - https://www.theentreprenewer.com/free-resources/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/EntreprenewHer/Instagram...
2019-12-2319 minPower of PlayThe Battle of BurnoutIn this episode Amanda and Kelly discuss the world of burnout and how you can battle it through play. They discuss Conative energy, the Kolbe assessment and how you can have to disconnect to reconnect.Check out Largay Travel at https://www.pleasegoaway.com/Connect with KellyEmail - kelly@theentreprenewer.comWebsite - https://www.theentreprenewer.comComplimentary Free Trip Planning Guide - https://www.theentreprenewer.com/free-resources/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/EntreprenewHer/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_entreprenewer/LinkedIn - h...
2019-12-1017 minPower of PlayManaging Expectations and Embracing AnticipationIn this episode of the Power of Play Kelly and Amanda explore the importance of managing expectations before your trip and how allowing everyone to embrace the anticipation is fun. Kelly discusses the notion that all disappointment lives in the gap between expectations and reality.Check out Largay Travel at https://www.pleasegoaway.com/Connect with KellyEmail - kelly@theentreprenewer.comWebsite - https://www.theentreprenewer.comComplimentary Free Trip Planning Guide - https://www.theentreprenewer.com/free-resources/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/EntreprenewHer/Instagram...
2019-12-1016 min
Power of PlaySetting the Stage - Episode 1Let's get this party started and begin discovering the Power of Play. In today's episode Amanda & Kelly break the ice and talk about why travel is so important in an entrepreneur's life and the intention it takes to make that happen.Check out Largay Travel at https://www.pleasegoaway.com/Connect with KellyEmail - kelly@theentreprenewer.comWebsite - https://www.theentreprenewer.comComplimentary Free Trip Planning Guide - https://www.theentreprenewer.com/free-resources/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/EntreprenewHer/Instagram - https://www.instagram.c...
2019-12-0914 min