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Bringing Data and AI to LifeA Futurist’s Perspective on Visualising Data with AI with Cathy Hackl of Future DynamicsWho said data was just invisible strings of numbers? On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life our host and GVP of Solution Specialist Sales at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, is joined by Cathy Hackl, CEO and Founder of Future Dynamics. Cathy is a globally recognized futurist, an expert in deep tech and a speaker on AI - and this conversation looks at the challenges businesses are facing bringing AI into their practices, alongside the future of data analysis through physical AI hardware. What You’ll LearnHow to look beyond the spreadsheet when...2025-05-0123 min
The Shaun Thompson ShowMarch 7, 2025Making Medicaid and Medicare Great Again! PLUS, Cathy Morelli, Owner of Augustino's Rock and Roll Deli, joins Shaun in studio and tells him about their 47 year history in West Chicago, to opening their brick-and-mortar store in Carol Stream, and how they survived through the pandemic while giving back to their community in need. Bo Biteman, President of the Wyoming State Senate, talks to Shaun about the American greatness of Wyoming, their fight to regain control of their own land management, and the clever ways they have been fighting back against wind farms. And Sh...2025-03-081h 45The Shaun Thompson ShowAugustino's Rock and Roll DeliCathy Morelli, Owner of Augustino's Rock and Roll Deli, joins Shaun in studio and tells him about their 47 year history in West Chicago, to opening their brick-and-mortar store in Carol Stream, and how they survived through the pandemic while giving back to their community in need. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-03-0810 min
Canadian Music TherapyLet Your Music ShineIn this episode, we are speaking with Julia St. Cyr about the evolution of her career as a music therapist and establishing her practice, Shine Music and Therapy Services. Julia tells us about what inspired her to become a music therapist and psychotherapist along with sharing a memorable moment in her career.
Here is a little more about Julia:
Julia is an Accredited Music Therapist and Registered Psychotherapist based in Mississauga, Ontario. Julia first earned her Bachelor of Music Therapy degree with a Minor in Psychology at Wilfrid Laurier University, followed by her Master of...2025-01-1619 min
Girlfriend’s Guide to Midlife Podcast5. A New Year’s Focus on Self-Care, Skin Care, Menopause, Money Management, & More with Guest Amanda ThompsonIn this New Year special episode, we welcome Amanda Thompson, founder of Kick Peach Beauty, who shares her journey of developing waterless skincare products and her passion for beauty. Amanda delves into her personal experiences with menopause, offering insight into unexpected symptoms like hair loss and osteoporosis, and discusses the importance of understanding hormone health. She also opens up about financial challenges and the steps she and her husband took to regain control over their finances, including adopting a family profit and loss sheet.
Join us as Amanda provides valuable tips on skincare, navigating menopause, and achieving f...2025-01-0258 min
Florida SpectacularEpisode 175: Finding the Best Art Across FloridaSend us your Florida questions!"Art is not for everyone, but it can be for anyone," so says today's guest, freelance arts writer and Fernandina Beach resident Chadd Scott.Art BaselGasparilla Festival of the ArtsSarasota ModernHighwaymen Art WeekendPurvis YoungRobert RauschenbergAppleton MuseumNorton Museum of ArtVickers Collection at UFRollins College Museum of ArtThe AlfondThe Morse MuseumMannello Museum of American Art2024-10-1645 minCanadian Music TherapyThe Power of Presence in Music TherapyIn this episode, we are speaking with Valmy Assam about her experience as a music therapist and what she enjoys most. She tells us more about an interesting journey she had which changed the trajectory of her career. Valmy also shares her thoughts about her future aspirations in and out of the field of music therapy.
Here is a little more about Valmy:
Valmy is a certified music therapist based in St. John's, Newfoundland working with Newfoundland Health Services in Mental Health, and in private practice, on a part-time basis. She uses a humanistic person-centered...2024-10-1625 min
The Flight Deck Life School PodcastHow to Be the Hero of Your Own Life: Tips for Personal GrowthWhat would your character summary say if you were looking at the script for your own life?We are the heroes of our own stories! This is a foundational belief at Flight Deck Life School and as I read my advance copy of Redemption's Echo, Cathy McIntosh's new book, I found some great food for thought from how she developed and introduced us to the hero of her story. Using some pulled quotes from her book, we talk about the importance of actively shaping your life and destiny rather than passively waiting...2024-10-0128 minCanadian Music TherapyExpanding Relationships and Access to Music TherapyIn this episode, we are speaking with Méliane Laurier-Cromp about the diversity of positions and partnerships she is currently involved in as a music therapist. Méliane also shares information about why she decided to get involved with the board of AQM and her journey towards becoming a professor in the graduate diploma program at Concordia.
Here is a little more about Méliane:
After graduating from a Masters in Music Theory at McGill University, Méliane wished to find a way to use music to reach people and help them live their full life...2024-09-1821 minThe Flight Deck Life School PodcastWhat Do You Do with a Dream? with Author Cathy McIntoshThis week, I'm joined by the incredible Cathy McIntosh—a marketing strategist, author, and all-around inspiration! Cathy has been making waves in the world of faith-driven marketing, and she's here to share her wisdom, insights, and the heart behind her work.We delve into her fascinating journey, from crafting genuine connections with audiences to her fresh new venture into the world of fiction with her book "Redemption's Echo."A few of my favorite thoughts from our conversation:Hearing and obeying God's whispers Courage in following through: "Every time I say yes to something hard, I...2024-09-1737 min
Constitutional Chats Presented By Constituting AmericaEp. 226 - John Adams and the ConstitutionPerhaps no Founding Father exemplifies the ideal of a citizen-legislator quite like John Adams. Never a wealthy man, Adams dedicated his life and contributed greatly to our country in its infancy: as a lawyer, as a delegate to the Continental Congress, as our first Vice President and as our second President. What was the basis for Adam’s beliefs in how our country should be structured and why does our guest today argue John Adams was the greatest of our Founding Fathers? Join our student panel as we welcome C. Bradley Thompson, Professor of Political Science at Clemson University, for t...2024-08-2859 min
Killer Destinations154. A NEED FOR SPEED: Mickey & Trudy Thompson - Bradbury, CA 1988In 1960, Mickey Thompson was known the world over for his racing skills, innovative designs and showmanship. He met his soulmate in Trudy Thompson and together they created a multi-million-dollar business. Everyone loved Mickey. Everyone, that is, but the two gunmen who ended their lives. With no obvious suspects and few clues, the case soon went cold.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-08-1350 min
The Storied Human (What is your Story?)Special Solo Episode: Who were you at 8 years old? Is it time to bring some of her back?Go ahead and text me! One of my favorite exercises in the Cathy Heller Zoom meetings leading up to her Podcasting class that I took was she asked us all a question: "Who were you when you were 8 years old?" There were many cool answers in the meeting chat that day! Cathy encouraged us to find a photo of ourselves when we were 8 and put it on our desk where we would see it each day. She asked us "What would 8 year old you want to tell you?" It was a great reminder that we need to ge...2024-06-2206 minCanadian Music TherapyMusic Therapy in Canada’s Smallest ProvinceIn this episode, we are speaking with Shona Pottinger about what it’s like to offer music therapy services in the smallest province in Canada, Prince Edward Island. Shona tells us more about internship opportunities with Singing Sands Music Therapy and her journey to becoming a music therapist.
Here is a little more about Shona:
Shona founded Singing Sands Music Therapy in PEI in 2010 and has experience working with clients from ages 24 months to 100 years who have a variety of diagnoses, including Dementia, Alzheimer's, ABI, Stroke, Parkinson's Disease, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Autism, and Global De...2024-06-1915 min
All Things RV Podcast | RV Education, RV Resources, RV Lifestyle, RV Adventure, RV Travel12. RV DEALERSHIPS-WHAT DOES EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE LOOK LIKE?TODAY'S GUEST IS CORRIN THOMPSON OF THOMPSON RV IN PENDLETON, OR!!
We have all heard RV dealership horror stories. Unknowing RVers who are taken advantage of in the buying process; being told their 1/2 truck can tow a 38 ft travel trailer. Rigs that have not undergone a thorough inspection and issues taken care of before it leaves the lot and having to be returned with a long list of items that are broken or not working, only to have there rig in the shop for weeks or more getting these items resolved.
Well, Thompson RV has...2024-05-2447 minCanadian Music TherapyThe National Music Therapy InstituteIn this episode, we are speaking with Suzanne Caron about her unique journey in becoming a music therapist and how the National Music Therapy Institute, a not for profit, was established. Suzanne shares details about the unique approach offered by the Institute's pilot projects, along with an invitation to contribute to their dynamic website developed to raise awareness and advocate for music therapy. Finally, she shares her vision for the future of the profession of music therapy.
Sing it Girls! is now available for purchase so you
can impact young women in your community.
https://singitgirls.ca/bu...2024-05-1539 minCanadian Music TherapyThe Impact of Music Therapy in a Pediatric Hospice CareIn this episode, we are speaking with Kristen DiMarco about her journey to becoming a music therapist and her specialization in pediatric hospice work. Kristen also tells us more about her vision for the future of the profession of music therapy in Canada.
Here is a little more about Kristen:
Kristen DiMarco, a certified Music Therapist and Registered Psychotherapist, holds a Bachelor of Music Therapy from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Master of Arts in Creatives Arts Therapies from Concordia University. Kristen is the music therapist at Emily’s House Children’s Hospice where she supp...2024-04-1727 min
Able Voice Podcast"Beyond the Business" with Adrienne Pringle and Cathy ThompsonCathy Thompson & Adrienne Pringle form the dynamic duo behind Beyond the Classroom, Sing It Girls, the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast, and so much more. Join us as we take a behind the scenes tour of all they have built and their entrepreneurial journeys to date.
Episode Links:
Website: https://beyondthestudio.ca/
Email: beyondthestudiomusic@gmail.com
Instagram: @beyondthestudiomusic
Playlist songs: "Over the Rainbow" - Eva Cassidy
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August....2024-03-2647 minCanadian Music TherapyResearch into Digital Well-Being and Support for Informal CaregiversIn this episode, we are speaking with Annabelle Brault who shares with us about her journey to becoming a music therapist along with why she has chosen to focus her published research around clinical work with informal caregivers. Annabelle also tells us more about why she has chosen to study digital well being as part of her doctoral work.
Here is a little more about Annabelle:
Annabelle Brault, MA, MTA is a resource-oriented music therapist, musician, researcher and educator. She is an artist member of the Centre for the Study of Learning and Performance at...2024-03-2025 minCanadian Music TherapyEducation & Community: Jump Start the Next Part of your CareerIn this episode, we are speaking with Steffi Friyia, Vice President of the Music Therapy Association of Ontario. She is a recent graduate of the University of Toronto Master’s in Music and Health Sciences program and she will tell us about her academic experience and research. We wrap things up by discussion Steffi’s volunteer experiences and why this is important for the next generation of music therapists.
The Music Therapy Association of Ontario (MTAO)
Conference is
February 24th, 2024: https://musictherapyontario.com/events/2024-mtao-conference-and-agm/
Here is a little more about Steffi:
Steffi is a...2024-02-2120 minCanadian Music TherapyA Decade with the Canadian Association of Music Therapists: Learnings from the InsideIn this episode, we are speaking with Pam Lansbergen with the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. Pam will share more about her decade-long journey with the CAMT along with some of the key initiatives she’s been involved with. Pam also tells us about her biggest learning moment and her thoughts on the future of music therapy in Canada.
Here is a little more about Pam:
Pam has been working for CAMT since 2013 with a focus on delivery of member services, volunteer management, event management, and systems development. When not at work, Pam enjoys spending ti...2024-01-1721 min
The Great Unfamous(#25) Rise of The Cheesecake Ninja: The Greg Franklin StoryIf you like underdogs and cheesecake -- you’re in for a treat. Greg Franklin's story is a cross between "Rudy" and Will Smith’s "The Pursuit of Happyness".
Featured in the book “Don’t Keep Your Day Job” by Cathy Heller, Greg described an annoying voice in his head that just wouldn’t go away. It pestered, persisted, and repeated the same thing over and over: “You’re gonna make cheesecakes?”
So Greg Franklin did just that …
These Are Greg's Lessons:
4:07 -- Overcoming No
5:38 -- The Voice He Couldn't Ignore
...2023-11-2444 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Supercharge Your Connections - The Impact of Laughter on Effective Communication with Cathy NesbittDo you want to strengthen your personal and professional relationships by enhancing communication and building deeper connections? Are you searching for a solution to achieve this desired outcome? Look no further! Our guest, Cathy Nesbitt, will be sharing the power of laughter as a solution to help you achieve this result. Through the magic of laughter, you can cultivate stronger connections and experience enhanced communication in all aspects of your life.
Laughter is like a universal language that transcends differences and brings people together. It's a powerful tool for building stronger teams and improving overall well-being...2023-11-0526 min
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Now I've Heard EverythingCathy WilkersonA '60s radical's views on the revolution
One of those caught up in this maelstrom of the turbulent '60s was the young Cathy Wilkerson. She joined the radical Weather Underground, and helped them turn her father's New York City townhouse into a bomb factory.
An explosion there that killed 3 people also made Wilkerson a fugitive, eluding the FBI for 10 yeas.
In this 2997 interview Wilkerson talks about her life as a radical, a fugitive, and later a teacher.
Get Flying Close To The Sun by Cathy Wilkerson
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Sex and the State PodcastWelcome to the neoliberal fold, AOCWatch me read this.In raking Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez across the proverbial coals, does an excellent job demonstrating not just one reason the left stays losing, but three in total. (I wrote about her last year in AOC addresses the burdens of masculinity.)Lefties stay losing because:1. They’re allergic to collaboration2. They’re afflicted with cool-kid syndrome3. They prioritize aesthetics over impactIn one column, deBoer deftly exemplifies all three self-defeating left-wing tendencies. Inability to get alongWhile Republicans pass shit that only appe...2023-07-2707 min
She Flourishes with Brenda Jasmin37. Secrets to Growing a Business from the Ground Up with Cathy ThompsonHave you ever wanted to start your own business? Or are you an entrepreneur who wants to gain inspiration and ideas to grow your business? Then you’ll want to be sure to listen in on this conversation with Cathy Thompson, a successful female Canadian entrepreneur who has spent the last 30 years creating companies from the ground up!
Here are some of the topics we discuss:
How owning your own business can contribute to a flourishing life.
Cathy’s entrepreneurial journey.
What to consider before starting a business.
Having the courage to move through self-doubt.
The impo...2023-07-1248 min
Sex and the State PodcastIntensive parenting is about the economy, stupidWatch me read this:Listening to Alice Evans’ podcast, I discovered a book based on a paper that seems to support my earlier contention that parents stress achievement to the extent that they’re afraid their progeny will end up poor. That is, the kind of intensive, authoritarian parenting that causes teen anxiety, depression, and loneliness stems from macroeconomic incentives. Once again, a materialist understanding of history rules everything around me (AMUHREARM). “In countries with increasing economic inequality, such as the United States, parents push harder to ensure their children have a path to sec...2023-05-1804 min
Bulls in a Barn PodcastEpisode 3: Women in Agriculture Part 1In this episode, we discuss the impact of all the incredible Women currently managing and operating agricultural businesses in Maryland. Leslie Bauer and her husband Ricky Bauer run and manage Rural Rhythm Farms in Dayton, MD. Leslie is also the current President of Howard County Farm Bureau & Secretary/Treasurer for the Howard County Fari Board. Danielle Bauer Farace, the daughter of Leslie Bauer, is the Current Executive Director of the Maryland Soybean Board. Danielle grew up on her family’s grain and livestock farm in Howard County, Maryland. Farming in an increasingly suburban area gave her unique insight and a...2023-01-031h 21
Ladies LeadingEp. 025 Speech Pathologist Cathy Runnels Talks About Vocal HealthIf your voice is your money-maker, you know you can't make a living if you lose your voice. Nationally recognized voice and communications strategist Cathy Runnels provides tips on how to enhance and preserve your speaking voice regardless of age. Her company,Accent on Speech, provides services that help with delivery, dialect reduction and other impediments. 2022-11-0938 minThe Storied Human (What is your Story?)Season 2: Episode 7--Why Not You and Why Not Now? On starting a new adventure...(short solo)Go ahead and text me! In this short episode, I share my latest adventure with you and talk about how you can have your adventure too. Particularly if you think you are too old, I am here to tell you that you are not! There are lots of creative and fun things we can still explore and do in our later life -- or anytime! So ask yourself WHY NOT YOU? And WHY NOT NOW? Everything was NOT perfect and ready to go when I started -- I started "messy" when I tried to podcast. I...2022-10-3012 min
boobs, bods & brainsDelving Into The Dandelion - Introducing Cathy ThompsonHave you dreamed of owning your own business since you were a child? Did you come into the world with an entrepreneurial spirit? What was the vision you had for your life?
Cathy Thompson joins us today to talk about her new book. She shares snippets of information with us about why she titled it “The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Business From the Ground Up.” Cathy provides us with guidance about how to navigate a the insecurities, ideas, advice from others and more as we embark upon our entrepreneurial journey.
You can learn more abou...2022-10-1724 min
Business Boosters with Cathy ThompsonPushing Possibilities“Entrepreneurs live in the realm of what might be possible.” -Arlene Dickinson, All In There is a difference between business owners and entrepreneurs. Although the terms are used interchangeably, there are distinct differences which I share on this episode of Business Boosters. I also talk about how this podcast was created and the elements that were important for me to include to help you become the best business owner you can be. Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy for courses to reac...2022-03-2204 min
Business Boosters with Cathy ThompsonPushing Possibilities“Entrepreneurs live in the realm of what might be possible.” -Arlene Dickinson, All InThere is a difference between business owners and entrepreneurs. Although the terms are used interchangeably, there are distinct differences which I share on this episode of Business Boosters. I also talk about how this podcast was created and the elements that were important for me to include to help you become the best business owner you can be. Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more.Ch...2022-03-2204 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonWhat is Leadership without Trust?“Over time, I have come to this simple definition of leadership: Leadership is getting results in a way that inspires trust.” -Stephen M.R. Covey, The Speed of Trust: The One thing that Changes Everything What is leadership without trust? On this episode I challenge listeners to think about ways to get results while building trust. I talk about the importance of authenticity and the impact that aligning with your values can have on your success. Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leader...2022-03-1505 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonWhat is Leadership without Trust?“Over time, I have come to this simple definition of leadership: Leadership is getting results in a way that inspires trust.”-Stephen M.R. Covey, The Speed of Trust: The One thing that Changes EverythingWhat is leadership without trust? On this episode I challenge listeners to think about ways to get results while building trust. I talk about the importance of authenticity and the impact that aligning with your values can have on your success. Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resour...2022-03-1505 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonBreaking things to be BetterTitle: Breaking things to be Better “Those with the growth mindset found setbacks motivating. They’re informative. They’re a wakeup call. “ -Carol Dweck, Mindset In this episode, I share a setback that my 17-year old son encountered that caused him to stop and think about how his setback was a motivator and prompted some deep conversations that impacted his future. I also want you to consider some setbacks in your business and life and how they might be viewed as wakeup calls or motivators for change for the good. Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz Visit www.cathythompson.biz for...2022-03-0804 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonBreaking things to be BetterTitle: Breaking things to be Better“Those with the growth mindset found setbacks motivating. They’re informative. They’re a wakeup call. “-Carol Dweck, MindsetIn this episode, I share a setback that my 17-year old son encountered that caused him to stop and think about how his setback was a motivator and prompted some deep conversations that impacted his future. I also want you to consider some setbacks in your business and life and how they might be viewed as wakeup calls or motivators for change for the good.Follow Cathy on...2022-03-0804 min
Now I've Heard EverythingJudith BelushiTomorrow, March 5th, is the 40th anniversary of the untimely deaf of comedian. John Belushi.
Belushi was one of the original cast members of Saturday Night Live when it premiered in 1975, and he was the star movies like Animal House and The Blues Brothers.
But John Belushi also had a substance abuse problem, and on March 5th, 1982, he died in a Los Angeles hotel room. A woman named Cathy Smith was accused of administering a fatal speedball to Belushi.
And suddenly, at the age of 31, his high school sweetheart Judy was left a...2022-03-0418 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonOvercoming Obstacles through Making A Difference“The quest to make a difference in the world far outweighs the challenges that will present themselves along the way.”-Jennifer Buchanan, Wellness Incorporated: The Health Entrepreneur’s HandbookOne of our 7 human needs is about contribution – how are we contributing to the world around us to make it a better place? Cathy shares a couple of stories from her personal life about having the motivation and strength to overcome challenges because there is a feeling of contributing something in our daily life.If your organization is not “making a difference in the world” – can you change...2022-03-0105 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonOvercoming Obstacles through Making A Difference“The quest to make a difference in the world far outweighs the challenges that will present themselves along the way.” -Jennifer Buchanan, Wellness Incorporated: The Health Entrepreneur’s Handbook One of our 7 human needs is about contribution – how are we contributing to the world around us to make it a better place? Cathy shares a couple of stories from her personal life about having the motivation and strength to overcome challenges because there is a feeling of contributing something in our daily life. If your organization is not “making a difference in the world” – can you change it? Are there things y...2022-03-0105 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonRanting about Motives“The moment there is suspicion about a person’s motives, everything he does becomes tainted.”—MAHATMA GANDHI, from the book, Stephen M.R. Covey, The SPEED of Trust: The One Thing that Changes EverythingThis week Cathy goes into a bit of a rant over looking at a person’s motives through a recent experience with one of her franchisees. She delves into the reason why trust in an exchange is incredibly important when being asked for your biggest commodities: time, knowledge, and money. Considering and understanding someone’s motives goes a long way in building a...2022-02-2206 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonRanting about Motives“The moment there is suspicion about a person’s motives, everything he does becomes tainted.” —MAHATMA GANDHI, from the book, Stephen M.R. Covey, The SPEED of Trust: The One Thing that Changes Everything This week Cathy goes into a bit of a rant over looking at a person’s motives through a recent experience with one of her franchisees. She delves into the reason why trust in an exchange is incredibly important when being asked for your biggest commodities: time, knowledge, and money. Considering and understanding someone’s motives goes a long way in building a trustworthy relationship. Follow...2022-02-2206 min
Journey into CybersecurityDerrick Thompson, a trailblazer for goodDerrick and I have been collaborating on the non-profit he founded called Tweens & Technology. Derrick and his company, T&T Creative Group, is helping me produce the Journey into Cybersecurity podcast and develop the marketing platform for The Triangle Net. I trust him to have my back. He is rock-solid dependable and an amazing mentor to many people including me.What I like about Derrick is his endless dedication and support of his community. Everything Derrick does is a direct or indirect investment in other people and their ability to grow and succeed. He invests in STEM...2022-02-171h 35Business Boosters with Cathy ThompsonAudit Your Life to Find Your Values“No matter what you think your values are, your actions tell the real story.”-Jay Shetty, Think Like a MonkListen in as Cathy talks about some ways to figure out what you truly value in life and in business. Values are the cornerstone of a company and it’s easy to understand why. At Beyond the Classroom the core values of the organization serve as a filter for decision-making and engagement. Jay shares a strategy for figuring out what you truly value in his book, Think Like a Monk as Cathy o...2022-02-1505 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonAudit Your Life to Find Your Values“No matter what you think your values are, your actions tell the real story.” -Jay Shetty, Think Like a Monk Listen in as Cathy talks about some ways to figure out what you truly value in life and in business. Values are the cornerstone of a company and it’s easy to understand why. At Beyond the Classroom the core values of the organization serve as a filter for decision-making and engagement. Jay shares a strategy for figuring out what you truly value in his book, Think Like a Monk as Cathy outlines in today’s episode. Once you establ...2022-02-1505 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonBetter Business Boundaries“All you need is an enforced boundary to protect your heart, your time, your joy, your labour, your sanity and your money. You know why? Because it’s not anyone else’s job to protect you.” - Rachel Rodgers We Should All be Millionaires In this episode, Cathy shares her passion about setting boundaries to increase your mental health and bottom line. By evaluating and setting boundaries in areas that are important to you, you will experience more peace and better results in where you put your energy. Have you considered boundaries in your life? Maybe it’s about identifying...2022-02-0807 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonBetter Business Boundaries“All you need is an enforced boundary to protect your heart, your time, your joy, your labour, your sanity and your money. You know why? Because it’s not anyone else’s job to protect you.”- Rachel Rodgers We Should All be MillionairesIn this episode, Cathy shares her passion about setting boundaries to increase your mental health and bottom line. By evaluating and setting boundaries in areas that are important to you, you will experience more peace and better results in where you put your energy. Have you considered boundaries in your life? May...2022-02-0807 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonConsciously Caring, Your New Mindset“Effort means you care about something, that something is important to you, and you are willing to work for it.” – Carol Dweck, Mindset In this episode, Cathy kicks off Season two talking about a new business mindset, care. As a human you care about things, likely a lot of things, however it’s about where you are putting your effort. Consider how much effort, or how little effort you put into something. Are you putting your effort into things you care about the most? When you embrace a mindset of consciously caring, you will spend more time and effort on the thi...2022-02-0104 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonConsciously Caring, Your New Mindset“Effort means you care about something, that something is important to you, and you are willing to work for it.” – Carol Dweck, MindsetIn this episode, Cathy kicks off Season two talking about a new business mindset, care. As a human you care about things, likely a lot of things, however it’s about where you are putting your effort. Consider how much effort, or how little effort you put into something. Are you putting your effort into things you care about the most? When you embrace a mindset of consciously caring, you will s...2022-02-0104 min
Face to Face PodcastE112 - Dr. Curt Thompson MD | Being KnownWe're back from a short hiatus with holidays and moving with author and Christian Psychiatrist, Dr. Curt Thompson, MD. Curt provides fresh perspective and insight into one of the most powerful human desires, to be known. Curt is also host of the "Being Known" Podcast which explores the intersection of interpersonal neurobiology (IPNB) and Christian spiritual formation. Find out more at curtthompsonmd.com.2022-01-1850 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonEmbracing Curiosity to Increase Profits“I believe that curiosity is the secret. Curiosity is the truth and the way of creative living.” ― Elizabeth Gilbert, Big MagicIn this episode, Cathy shares with listeners the benefits of being a naturally curious person and how to use curiosity as a business tool to increase revenue.When you look at your business and think “what would happen if….”, this opens the door to a curious mindset, which can lead to increased revenue streams.If you are at a fork in the road and you are unsure of your next move, try being curiou...2021-12-1405 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonEmbracing Curiosity to Increase Profits“I believe that curiosity is the secret. Curiosity is the truth and the way of creative living.” ― Elizabeth Gilbert, Big Magic In this episode, Cathy shares with listeners the benefits of being a naturally curious person and how to use curiosity as a business tool to increase revenue. When you look at your business and think “what would happen if….”, this opens the door to a curious mindset, which can lead to increased revenue streams. If you are at a fork in the road and you are unsure of your next move, try being curious. It can change your mindset to be less a...2021-12-1405 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonOne Move that will Double Your Revenue“There are no half-measures. You have to be all in. And that level of commitment will test your inner strength more than you ever imagined, and more than you sometimes think you can bear.” ― Arlene Dickinson, All In In this episode, Cathy examines the idea of being “All In” energetically and with effort for business success. Those business owners who are all in dedicate their energy, resources and time to their business and it is successful. If you divide your time, you will be stagnant in one or more areas. Cathy shares a poignant example about how her sales doubled in...2021-12-0706 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonOne Move that will Double Your Revenue“There are no half-measures. You have to be all in. And that level of commitment will test your inner strength more than you ever imagined, and more than you sometimes think you can bear.” ― Arlene Dickinson, All InIn this episode, Cathy examines the idea of being “All In” energetically and with effort for business success. Those business owners who are all in dedicate their energy, resources and time to their business and it is successful.If you divide your time, you will be stagnant in one or more areas.Cathy shares a poignant...2021-12-0706 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonBuild Trust with Authentic Alignment“Trust is equal parts character and competence... You can look at any leadership failure, and it's always a failure of one or the other.” ― Stephen M.R. Covey, The Speed of Trust: The One Thing that Changes Everything In this episode, Cathy delves into three areas related to building trust: competence, character and authentic alignment. She springboards from Stephen M. R. Covey’s quote to ask listeners questions about their own competence: How good are you at what you are doing? How competent are you with your role in your business and the industry you work in? Do you or your...2021-11-3007 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonBuild Trust with Authentic Alignment“Trust is equal parts character and competence... You can look at any leadership failure, and it's always a failure of one or the other.” ― Stephen M.R. Covey, The Speed of Trust: The One Thing that Changes EverythingIn this episode, Cathy delves into three areas related to building trust: competence, character and authentic alignment. She springboards from Stephen M. R. Covey’s quote to ask listeners questions about their own competence:How good are you at what you are doing?How competent are you with your role in your business and the indu...2021-11-3007 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonConvert Your Setbacks into Future Successes“The other thing exceptional people seem to have is a special talent for converting life’s setbacks into future successes.” – Carole Dweck, Mindset Anyone and everyone can embrace a growth mindset and Cathy disagrees that it only takes exceptional or special people. She shares a business setback that she experienced with her business partner at Beyond the Studio and how it has turned into 2 revenue streams. We can build future successes by embracing a growth mindset. Are there ways you can convert setbacks in your life?For more information about Beyond the Studio www.beyond...2021-11-2306 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonConvert Your Setbacks into Future Successes“The other thing exceptional people seem to have is a special talent for converting life’s setbacks into future successes.” – Carole Dweck, Mindset Anyone and everyone can embrace a growth mindset and Cathy disagrees that it only takes exceptional or special people. She shares a business setback that she experienced with her business partner at Beyond the Studio and how it has turned into 2 revenue streams. We can build future successes by embracing a growth mindset. Are there ways you can convert setbacks in your life? For more information about Beyond the Studio www.beyondthestudio.ca Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyTh...2021-11-2306 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonFollow Your Curiosity“Keep your eyes open. Listen. Follow your curiosity. Ask questions. Sniff around. Remain open. Trust in the miraculous truth that new and marvellous ideas are looking for human collaborators every single day. Ideas of every kind are constantly galloping towards us, constantly passing through us, constantly trying to get our attention” – Elizabeth Gilbert, Big MagicCathy delves into the idea that creativity is floating around in our worlds just waiting to engage with a human to bring to life. Ideas are all around us! She shares some pointed questions in this episode that you can ask yourself to see...2021-11-1607 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonFollow Your Curiosity“Keep your eyes open. Listen. Follow your curiosity. Ask questions. Sniff around. Remain open. Trust in the miraculous truth that new and marvellous ideas are looking for human collaborators every single day. Ideas of every kind are constantly galloping towards us, constantly passing through us, constantly trying to get our attention” – Elizabeth Gilbert, Big Magic Cathy delves into the idea that creativity is floating around in our worlds just waiting to engage with a human to bring to life. Ideas are all around us! She shares some pointed questions in this episode that you can ask yourself to see how to inc...2021-11-1607 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonJust Show Up!“Prescence with others is first about showing up. Literally, physically showing up!” – Amy Cuddy, Prescence In this episode, Cathy looks at this quote from Amy Cuddy and breaks down the components to what it really means to showing up.She goes out on a limb to say that by not showing up, it is a sign of disrespect and can create a lack of trust in an organization. She also shares an example from Beyond the Classroom that you can likely relate to in your business.Are you showing up? Are there wa...2021-11-0905 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonJust Show Up!“Prescence with others is first about showing up. Literally, physically showing up!” – Amy Cuddy, Prescence In this episode, Cathy looks at this quote from Amy Cuddy and breaks down the components to what it really means to showing up. She goes out on a limb to say that by not showing up, it is a sign of disrespect and can create a lack of trust in an organization. She also shares an example from Beyond the Classroom that you can likely relate to in your business. Are you showing up? Are there ways you can show up better to boost your bus...2021-11-0905 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonThe Domino Effect of Trust“By behaving in ways that build trust with one, you build trust with many.” -Stephen M.R. Covey, The Speed of Trust In this episode Cathy breaks down how to build trust in your network and your organization. Trust is at the cornerstone of word-of-mouth advertising and really everything you do as a business owner. Cathy shares some easy ways to build trust each day with customers, clients, and colleagues and provides examples from her own businesses. There is an energetic domino effect when you focus on creating a solid foundation within your organization built on trust. Follow Cathy on Instagr...2021-11-0204 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonThe Domino Effect of Trust“By behaving in ways that build trust with one, you build trust with many.” -Stephen M.R. Covey, The Speed of TrustIn this episode Cathy breaks down how to build trust in your network and your organization. Trust is at the cornerstone of word-of-mouth advertising and really everything you do as a business owner. Cathy shares some easy ways to build trust each day with customers, clients, and colleagues and provides examples from her own businesses. There is an energetic domino effect when you focus on creating a solid foundation within your organi...2021-11-0204 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonMagnetize Gratitude“Gratitude is like a magnet; the more grateful you are, the more you will receive to be grateful for.” (Iyanla Vanzant,) (referenced from the book, Thank and Grow Rich on page 207) In today’s episode Cathy discusses gratitude and how that sends energy out to the Universe to bring you more of what you are grateful for. She provides some concrete examples of ways to magnetize gratitude to you and your business. Not only is being grateful easy to do, but it also creates a deep feeling of happiness. Cathy ends with sharing a super easy way to keep and att...2021-10-2604 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonMagnetize Gratitude“Gratitude is like a magnet; the more grateful you are, the more you will receive to be grateful for.”(Iyanla Vanzant,) (referenced from the book, Thank and Grow Rich on page 207)In today’s episode Cathy discusses gratitude and how that sends energy out to the Universe to bring you more of what you are grateful for. She provides some concrete examples of ways to magnetize gratitude to you and your business. Not only is being grateful easy to do, but it also creates a deep feeling of happiness.Cathy ends with sharing...2021-10-2604 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonYour Impact: Why Not Now?“Whenever you think you can or think you can’t, either way you are right.” (Henry Ford) ― Rhonda Byrne, The Secret A positive mindset will help you show up and have consistent daily action in your business, which is critical to the longevity of your organization. On this episode, we explore this quote from Henry Ford which is written in The Secret. When you believe in yourself, you find the resources to support your vision and embracing things from the viewpoint of a lifelong learner will serve you well. In this episode, Cathy shares with listeners about her company, Simply Blossomin...2021-10-1905 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonYour Impact: Why Not Now?“Whenever you think you can or think you can’t, either way you are right.” (Henry Ford) ― Rhonda Byrne, The SecretA positive mindset will help you show up and have consistent daily action in your business, which is critical to the longevity of your organization. On this episode, we explore this quote from Henry Ford which is written in The Secret. When you believe in yourself, you find the resources to support your vision and embracing things from the viewpoint of a lifelong learner will serve you well.In this episode, Cathy shares wi...2021-10-1905 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonUncovering Your Hidden Treasures“And you have hidden treasures hidden within you- extraordinary treasures – and so do I, and so does everyone around us. And bringing those treasures to light takes work and faith and focus and courage and hours of devotion, and the clock is ticking, and the world is spinning, and we simply do not have time anymore to think so small.” – Elizabeth Gilbert, Big MagicIn today’s episode we circle back to the concept of creativity. Elizabeth breaks down creativity in a magical way in this quote and refers to creative ideas as “hidden treasures”. Cathy shares di...2021-10-1207 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonUncovering Your Hidden Treasures“And you have hidden treasures hidden within you- extraordinary treasures – and so do I, and so does everyone around us. And bringing those treasures to light takes work and faith and focus and courage and hours of devotion, and the clock is ticking, and the world is spinning, and we simply do not have time anymore to think so small.” – Elizabeth Gilbert, Big Magic In today’s episode we circle back to the concept of creativity. Elizabeth breaks down creativity in a magical way in this quote and refers to creative ideas as “hidden treasures”. Cathy shares different ways to bring out those...2021-10-1207 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonRiding the Entrepreneurial Roller Coaster“Entrepreneurship isn’t a job. It’s a demanding, rewarding, scary, thrilling, and ultimately all-encompassing lifestyle” (pg 1) – Arlene Dickinson, from the book All InArlene really gets down to business in her book All In with leading off with this quote. In this episode, I break down this quote into the different components that make a successful entrepreneur. Consistency is the key, it pays off over the long run as there are very few overnight successes. Entrepreneurship is VERY rewarding, consider all the firsts you experience for the first time. It’s exciting. You need to push boundar...2021-10-0506 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonRiding the Entrepreneurial Roller Coaster“Entrepreneurship isn’t a job. It’s a demanding, rewarding, scary, thrilling, and ultimately all-encompassing lifestyle” (pg 1) – Arlene Dickinson, from the book All In Arlene really gets down to business in her book All In with leading off with this quote. In this episode, I break down this quote into the different components that make a successful entrepreneur. Consistency is the key, it pays off over the long run as there are very few overnight successes. Entrepreneurship is VERY rewarding, consider all the firsts you experience for the first time. It’s exciting. You need to push boundaries and take risks to get th...2021-10-0506 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonShow up to Build Trust“We judge ourselves by our intentions and others by their behavior. This is why, as we’ll discuss later, one of the fastest ways to restore trust is to make and keep commitments—even very small commitments—to ourselves and to others.” – Stephen M.R. Covey, The Speed of TrustOn this episode, I talk about the book The Speed of Trust and why trust should be a focus for your business. Think about it – we do judge others by their behaviour yet we judge ourselves by our intentions. Is it fair? Maybe or maybe not. But it’s th...2021-09-2804 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonShow up to Build Trust“We judge ourselves by our intentions and others by their behavior. This is why, as we’ll discuss later, one of the fastest ways to restore trust is to make and keep commitments—even very small commitments—to ourselves and to others.” – Stephen M.R. Covey, The Speed of Trust On this episode, I talk about the book The Speed of Trust and why trust should be a focus for your business. Think about it – we do judge others by their behaviour yet we judge ourselves by our intentions. Is it fair? Maybe or maybe not. But it’s the reality that we ha...2021-09-2804 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonShift Your Perception“The miracle of gratitude is that it shifts your perception to such an extent that it changes the world you see.” Robert Holden (referenced from book, Thank and Grow Rich from Pam Grout on page 55)Gratitude as a business booster? Yes, it is! On this episode I share how gratitude can change your perspective as a business owner and how I embrace gratitude at her company, Beyond the Classroom, to connect with students and families. It is easy to be grateful during the good times, but when difficult times come, gratitude is critical. It shi...2021-09-1906 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonShift Your Perception“The miracle of gratitude is that it shifts your perception to such an extent that it changes the world you see.” Robert Holden (referenced from book, Thank and Grow Rich from Pam Grout on page 55) Gratitude as a business booster? Yes, it is! On this episode I share how gratitude can change your perspective as a business owner and how I embrace gratitude at her company, Beyond the Classroom, to connect with students and families. It is easy to be grateful during the good times, but when difficult times come, gratitude is critical. It shifts our perception (your own reality). To boo...2021-09-1906 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonRise to the Challenge“Picture your brain forming new connections as you meet the challenge and learn. Keep on going.” This is a quote from Carole Dweck’s book, Mindset. In less than 7 minutes, I discuss why growth mindset is essential to your business success. I address the question, how can we as business owners meet the challenge? I also talk about perspectives along with embracing learning every day. I’m a lifelong learner, so I believe in taking risks. The more that you get used to taking risks, the more that you will be able to tolerate th...2021-09-1907 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonRise to the Challenge“Picture your brain forming new connections as you meet the challenge and learn. Keep on going.” This is a quote from Carole Dweck’s book, Mindset. In less than 7 minutes, I discuss why growth mindset is essential to your business success. I address the question, how can we as business owners meet the challenge? I also talk about perspectives along with embracing learning every day. I’m a lifelong learner, so I believe in taking risks. The more that you get used to taking risks, the more that you will be able to tolerate those challenges. I also discuss the Covid exper...2021-09-1907 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonThe Magic of Creativity“The essential ingredients for creativity remain exactly the same for everybody: courage, enchantment, permission, persistence, trust – and those elements are universally accessible.”This is a quote from Elizabeth Gilbert’s book, Big Magic. In less than 10 minutes, I take this awesome quote from Elizabeth Gilbert’s book, Big Magic and breakdown it down into the elements of creativity and reflect on a personal business experience I’ve had where I had to dig in and get creative for business success.I want you to embrace creativity because it’s essential to longevity in your business. ...2021-09-1907 minBusiness Boosters with Cathy ThompsonThe Magic of Creativity“The essential ingredients for creativity remain exactly the same for everybody: courage, enchantment, permission, persistence, trust – and those elements are universally accessible.” This is a quote from Elizabeth Gilbert’s book, Big Magic. In less than 10 minutes, I take this awesome quote from Elizabeth Gilbert’s book, Big Magic and breakdown it down into the elements of creativity and reflect on a personal business experience I’ve had where I had to dig in and get creative for business success. I want you to embrace creativity because it’s essential to longevity in your business. Boost your business by reflecting on the ways you...2021-09-1907 min
Still MagicCameron MacKenzie - Four PillarsEpisode 40 - Legacy
Today the Still Magic podcast heads to the Australian state of Victoria to visit Four Pillars Gin, home of world class award-winning gins, internationally acclaimed collaborations and the International Wine and Spirits Competition’s Best Global Gin business in 2019 and 2020.
With a pedigree like that, it’s great to see that Australia has a domestic and international craft spirits powerhouse without peer.
And it is here that I speak with Four Pillars co-founder and distiller Cameron Mackenzie; father of 3 wonderful girls, loving husband, self-confessed kebab-loving larrikin and 1996 Atlanta Olympian.
Ca...2021-07-061h 38
Business Boosters with Cathy ThompsonMeet the HostTune in as Cathy Thompson, the host of Business Boosters: Quick Tips for Business Success, shares her passion for business and why this podcast is a must-listen for all female entrepreneurs. You will learn about what to expect from this show and a little more about Cathy’s journey. The show will air each week and will be less than 10 minutes, giving you the boost you need to be inspired in a short amount of time. For more information about Cathy Thompson Leadership, visit www.cathythompson.biz2021-05-2302 min
Business Boosters with Cathy ThompsonMeet the HostTune in as Cathy Thompson, the host of Business Boosters: Quick Tips for Business Success, shares her passion for business and why this podcast is a must-listen for all female entrepreneurs. You will learn about what to expect from this show and a little more about Cathy’s journey. The show will air each week and will be less than 10 minutes, giving you the boost you need to be inspired in a short amount of time.For more information about Cathy Thompson Leadership, visit www.cathythompson.biz2021-05-2302 min