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Darektor's CutEpisode 550 | "The War", Fried Green Tomatoes" and "The Last Rodeo" | Director: Jon AvnetSend us a textEpisode 550"The War", Fried Green Tomatoes" and "The Last Rodeo" Director: Jon AvnetJon Avnet has directed some fantastic films that include "The War", "Fried Green Tomatoes" and his most recent film, "The Last Rodeo"."The War" is one of the most underrated movies of the last 30+ years. It features a very underrated performance by Kevin Coster. He produced Paul Brickman's "Risky Business" for David Geffen and Warner Brothers, which launched the career of Tom Cruise and was a major box office and critical success.Jo...
2025-05-1927 min
The Savage Truth With Cicely DavisEp. 45 — O.J. Simpson's Death Reminds UsIn this episode, Cicely discusses the recent passing of O.J. Simpson, the "Trial of the Century," and the racial divisions amplified during the trial that continue to be exploited by the modern American left.
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2024-04-1724 min
The Professionally Speaking PodcastEpisode 44: From the Courtroom to the Stage with Cicely SimpsonJoin us for this inspiring episode featuring Cicely Simpson, former lawyer turned motivational speaker and leadership expert. As the creator of the groundbreaking C.H.A.I.R. leadership system, Cicely shares her invaluable insights on career growth, effective leadership tactics, and her remarkable journey from the legal world to empowering others in their professional endeavors.
2024-03-2638 min
You Are What You ReadThe iconic looks of Cicely Tyson, with B Michael and Susan Fales HillOn this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by fashion designer B Michael and television writer/producer and bestselling author Susan Fales Hill to talk about B Michael’s glorious photographic memoir, MUSE: Cicely Tyson and Me: A Relationship Forged in Fashion. B Michael’s collections have garnered appreciation from legends—Cicely Tyson, Valerie Simpson, Beyonce, Nancy Wilson, Brandy, and Susan Fales-Hill among many others. MUSE pays homage to the lifelong friendship between the iconic, resplendent Cicely Tyson and B Michael, who worked with her to make her gorgeous through her...
2024-03-121h 02
Don’t Miss Into A Eye-Opening Full Audiobook Right Now.Muse: Cicely Tyson and Me: A Relationship Forged in Fashion by B MichaelPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/685023to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Muse: Cicely Tyson and Me: A Relationship Forged in Fashion
Author: B Michael
Narrator: B Michael, Leon Nixon
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 4 hours 5 minutes
Release date: January 23, 2024
Genres: Relationships & Intimacy
Publisher's Summary:
“Friendship, love and a beautiful sense of togetherness sew together this gem of a book. B Michael...presents to us a portrait of a woman who was a rare gift to fashion and culture.” —EDWARD ENNINFUL, OBE, Editor-in-Chief, British Vogue & European Editorial Director, Vogue A poignant and glorious photographic memoir that pays homage to the lifelong friendship betwee...
2024-01-234h 05Power-Up With Your Day With A Sensational Full Audiobook.Muse: Cicely Tyson and Me: A Relationship Forged in Fashion by B MichaelPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/685023to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Muse: Cicely Tyson and Me: A Relationship Forged in Fashion
Author: B Michael
Narrator: B Michael, Leon Nixon
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 4 hours 5 minutes
Release date: January 23, 2024
Genres: Arts & Entertainment
Publisher's Summary:
“Friendship, love and a beautiful sense of togetherness sew together this gem of a book. B Michael...presents to us a portrait of a woman who was a rare gift to fashion and culture.” —EDWARD ENNINFUL, OBE, Editor-in-Chief, British Vogue & European Editorial Director, Vogue A poignant and glorious photographic memoir that pays homage to the lifelong friendship betwee...
2024-01-234h 05
Explore New Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Arts & EntertainmentMuse: Cicely Tyson and Me: A Relationship Forged in Fashion by B MichaelPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/685023 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Muse: Cicely Tyson and Me: A Relationship Forged in Fashion Author: B Michael Narrator: B Michael, Leon Nixon Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 5 minutes Release date: January 23, 2024 Genres: Arts & Entertainment Publisher's Summary: “Friendship, love and a beautiful sense of togetherness sew together this gem of a book. B Michael...presents to us a portrait of a woman who was a rare gift to fashion and culture.” —EDWARD ENNINFUL, OBE, Editor-in-Chief, British Vogue & European Editorial Director, Vogue A poignant and glorious photographic memoir that pays homage to the lifelong friend...
2024-01-2305 minFind Best-Selling Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Relationships & IntimacyMuse: Cicely Tyson and Me: A Relationship Forged in Fashion by B MichaelPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/685023to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Muse: Cicely Tyson and Me: A Relationship Forged in Fashion
Author: B Michael
Narrator: B Michael, Leon Nixon
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 4 hours 5 minutes
Release date: January 23, 2024
Genres: Relationships & Intimacy
Publisher's Summary:
“Friendship, love and a beautiful sense of togetherness sew together this gem of a book. B Michael...presents to us a portrait of a woman who was a rare gift to fashion and culture.” —EDWARD ENNINFUL, OBE, Editor-in-Chief, British Vogue & European Editorial Director, Vogue A poignant and glorious photographic memoir that pays homage to the lifelong friendship betwee...
2024-01-234h 05
Pull Up Your ChairPREP, PUSH, PIVOT: Octavia Goredema's Keys to Career Growth (Part Two)In part two of this week's Pull Up Your Chair, Cicely continues her career-empowering chat with award-winning coach Octavia Goredema. They dive into the second phase of Octavia's acclaimed three-step career strategy: PUSH. After detailing the importance of preparation in part one, Octavia now expands on the motivational PUSH phase. She discusses her approach of actively assisting individuals in their career journeys by setting bold goals, pursuing new opportunities, and stepping outside comfort zones. Octavia explains her reasoning behind making push the vital second step after preparing. She provides advice on pushing yourself in strategic ways and shares how to...
2023-12-1924 minPull Up Your ChairPREP, PUSH, PIVOT: Octavia Goredema's Keys to Career Growth (Part One)This week on Pull Up Your Chair, Cicely welcomes award-winning career coach Octavia Goredema. Octavia is an acclaimed mentor who has empowered professionals at top companies like Google and Dow Jones. She is the author of the popular book PREP, PUSH, PIVOT and host of the hit Audible podcast How to Change Careers. An award-winning coach, Octavia guides professionals to unlock their full potential in the workplace. As founder of Twenty Ten Agency, she has coached leaders at renowned companies including Google, American Airlines, Tinder, General Motors, Nike and Dow Jones. An acclaimed career expert, Octavia wrote the essential career...
2023-12-1226 minPull Up Your ChairFrom Impostor to Empowered: Dr. Jill Stoddard on Defeating Self-Doubt (Part Two)After discussing the prevalence of imposter syndrome and Dr. Stoddard's personal experiences, the conversation shifts to practical strategies for growth and change. Dr. Stoddard provides research-backed techniques to help quiet negative self-talk and build self-confidence. As she explains, learning to silence your inner critic is key to overcoming feelings of fraudulence. She introduces the acronym PAVE to help listeners remember four powerful skills of psychological flexibility. Tune in as Dr. Stoddard outlines simple yet profound ways we can all incorporate PAVE into our daily lives to conquer self-doubt, act authentically, and bring our best selves forward. This inspiring discussion provides...
2023-11-2131 min
Keep This In MindIgniting Your Inner Champion: Guided by Self-Belief, Fueled by ActionSend us a textWhat does it mean to have a champion mindset? I make reference to Cicely Simpson's book, Pull Up Your Chair, revealing the fundamentals of championing yourself. I promise you that it's not just about mindset, but also about taking action. We delve into the distinction between confidence and championship and draw on examples from sports personalities like Kobe Bryant and Aaron Rodgers who embody the championship mentality. We'll take you through an exploration of the key traits that set champions apart, including their preparation, practice, performance, and their ability to overcome a...
2023-11-1712 minPull Up Your ChairFrom Impostor to Empowered: Dr. Jill Stoddard on Defeating Self-Doubt (Part One)On the latest episode of Pull Up Your Chair, Cicely sits down with Dr. Jill Stoddard to discuss her new book Imposter No More. In this insightful conversation, Dr. Stoddard opens up about her own struggles with imposter syndrome and provides research-backed strategies to help listeners overcome feelings of self-doubt. As an award-winning teacher, TEDx speaker, and co-host of the popular Psychologists Off the Clock podcast, Dr. Stoddard has a talent for making complex psychological concepts accessible. Tune in as she shares practical advice for building confidence, overcoming perfectionism, and silencing your inner critic. Whether you struggle with imposter syndrome...
2023-11-1423 minPull Up Your ChairLiving and Leading Without Apology: Insights from Kemi Nekvapil (Part Two)In the second half of Cicely's conversation with Kemi Nekvapil, they dive deeper into the challenges professional women face in trying to balance work and family. Kemi shares advice for women who struggle with feeling they must be in service to others and that it's a zero-sum game between their career and personal life. Kemi also talks about the importance of women seeing themselves as equals and partners both at home and in the workplace, rather than subservient caretakers. She provides insights on how to advocate for your needs and values while also caring for others with compassion. Tune in...
2023-10-1724 min
Heartbeat For Hire with Lyndsay Dowd67: The Untold Story with Cicely SimpsonCicely is a seasoned public operative, now working with her fourth Presidential Administration. She has also served in prominent roles such as Legislative Director for two Tennessee Congressmen, and veteran of the C-suite, formerly as Vice President of Government Affairs at Dunkin' Brands, Inc., formerly as Executive Vice President of Public Affairs for the restaurant industry. Her experience at all levels of government and expertise in the boardroom allows her to speak with authority on the public and private sectors as well as their countless intersections. To find out more about Cicely, you...
2023-10-1133 minPull Up Your ChairLiving and Leading Without Apology: Insights from Kemi Nekvapil (Part One)Pulling up a chair this week is Kemi Nekvapil, a highly sought-after speaker, bestselling author, and executive coach dedicated to helping leaders reach their full potential. With over 28 years of studying purpose, yoga, meditation, and mindfulness, Kemi brings deep wisdom to her work. As a Certified Dare to Lead Facilitator who has worked directly with Dr. Brené Brown, Kemi is a powerful advocate for a connected, values-based life. Her new bestseller, "POWER: A Woman's Guide to Living and Leading Without Apology," shares her insights on helping women lead authentically. Tune in as Kemi pulls up a chair to discuss finding y...
2023-10-1023 min
Scale Your Business Better With Tech PodcastPodcast Interview with Cicely Simpson, Creator of Pull Up Your C.H.A.I.R.Links And Resources:Connect with Cicely Simpson on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/cicelysimpson/Check his website for more information at Pull Up Your C.H.A.I.R., https://www.cicelysimpson.comUnlocking Success at the Intersection of Business and Politics: Navigating Your Path to Influence and Achievement Join us today and understand more about his journey. Thanks so much for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to Scale with Tech & AI Growth Lab Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us! https://scale-with-tech-ai-growth-lab-podcast.captivate.fm/l...
2023-09-2844 min
AudioLibros CristianosEl libro de los Mártires Cápitulo 16/22 John FoxePERSECUCIONES EN INGLATERRA DURANTE EL REINADO DE LA REINA MARÍA. En este capítulo se hablará de:
Las palabras y la conducta de Lady Jane Gray en el cadalso;
John Rogers, vicario del Santo Sepulcro, y lector de San Pablo en Londres;
El Rev. Lawrence Saunders;
La historia, el encarcelamiento e interrogatorio del señor John Hooper, obispo de Worcester y Gloucester;
La vida y conducta del doctor Rowland Taylor de Hadley;
El martirio de William Hunter; El Doctor Robert Farrar;
El martirio de Rawlins White; El Rev. George Marsh;
William Flower; El Rev. John Cardmaker y John Warne;
John...
2023-09-254h 40Pull Up Your ChairHow to Navigate Life Transitions and Find Your Purpose with Bruce Feiler (Part Two)Cicely Simpson wraps up the second part of her conversation with Bruce Feiler, the author of The Search: Finding Meaningful Work in a Post-Career World. Bruce is a life transitions expert who has spent decades studying how people cope with change and find their purpose in their work. In this episode, they dive deeper into some of the challenges and opportunities that come with finding meaningful work in a post-career world. He’ll share some of the lessons he learned from interviewing hundreds of people who have gone through their own transitions. And he’ll give us some practical tips and...
2023-08-2827 minPull Up Your ChairHow to Navigate Life Transitions and Find Your Purpose with Bruce Feiler (Part One)This week Cicely welcomes bestselling author, TED speaker, and life transitions expert, Bruce Feiler! He is here to talk about his latest book, THE SEARCH: Finding Meaningful Work in a Post-Career World, a bold new roadmap for finding joy and fulfillment in what you do. We’re going to learn how to dig into our past, identify our core values, and trust ourselves to make the best decisions for our future. Bruce has spent decades studying the stories of individuals and communities who have faced major challenges and changes in their lives. He has discovered that the key to navigating th...
2023-08-2128 min
The Profit Minds Podcast w/ Steven KirchThe Power of Self Leadership and Choice with Cicely SimpsonIn this episode of The Profit Minds Podcast, Dr. Steven Kirch speaks with Cicely Simpson. Cicely is a keynote speaker, best-selling author, and entrepreneur as Founder & CEO of Summit Public Affairs in Washington, DC, and now the Co-Founder of Career GPS, a groundbreaking career mentoring and training community.
Tune into the episode for insights from Cicely Simpson:
How Cicely overcame a life crisis to realize her lifelong career dreams
An overview of the 5 key strategies to employ to take control of your career that are presented in her best-selling book.
What Career GPS...
2023-07-2727 minPull Up Your ChairHow David A. Specht Jr. Created a Successful Mindset and Helped Others Achieve Their Health and Wellness Goals (Part Two)Pull Up Your Chair with host Cicely Simpson concludes with the second part of David A. Specht Jr.'s amazing story of career change. Cicely revisits a key moment in David’s life, when he realized that his fear of failure was holding him back from taking care of his physical health, as he wrote in his book, Old Dogs New Tricks Version 2.0. This leads to a fascinating question: did David overcome his fear or use it to fuel his pivot to becoming a health coach? David, who went from being a newspaperman to a health coach, reveals his personal re...
2023-07-2431 minPull Up Your ChairHow David A. Specht Jr. Created a Successful Mindset and Helped Others Achieve Their Health and Wellness Goals (Part One)Are you ready to transform your life and unleash your full potential? If so, you won’t want to miss this episode of Pull Up Your Chair, where Cicely Simpson chats with David A. Specht Jr., a media mogul, a health coach, and a motivational speaker. David shares his inspiring story of how he went from being overweight and unhappy to losing 125 pounds and finding his purpose in helping others achieve their health and wellness goals. He also reveals his secrets to creating a successful mindset, overcoming challenges, and staying motivated. Whether you want to lose weight, improve your health, or...
2023-07-1721 minPull Up Your ChairChristina Wallace: How to Design a Flexible, Fulfilling, and Sustainable Life on Your Own Terms (Part Two)Cicely wraps up her discussion with Christina Wallace, the author of The Portfolio Life: How to Future-Proof Your Career, Avoid Burnout, and Build a Life Bigger than Your Business Card. Christina is a writer, podcaster, serial entrepreneur, and Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School, who has created a successful and fulfilling career by combining her multiple passions and interests. In the first part of our conversation, we talked about Christina’s journey and how she discovered the concept of a portfolio life. If you haven’t listened to that episode yet, I highly recommend you go back and check it out...
2023-06-2630 minPull Up Your ChairChristina Wallace: How to Design a Flexible, Fulfilling, and Sustainable Life on Your Own Terms (Part One)Do you feel like you have to choose one thing to be good at? Do you struggle with balancing your work and your life? Do you want to design a career that fits your unique talents and passions? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this episode is for you. Join Cicely as she chats with Christina Wallace, a self-described “human Venn diagram” who has mastered the art of creating a portfolio life. Christina is a writer, podcaster, serial entrepreneur, and Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School, with a wealth of experience and knowledge to share. In her...
2023-06-1921 minPull Up Your ChairHow to Cultivate a Champion’s Mindset with Brian Covey (Part Two)In the conclusion of Cicely's conversation with Brian Covey, we delve into the essence of Brian's success and explore his profound understanding of the power of connection in the game of life. As an influencer, podcaster, keynote speaker, and author, he has honed his craft while also serving as the Founder of Covey Holdings and Executive Vice President at Revolution Mortgage. During this episode, Cicely notices Brian's intentional focus on connection, both in their conversation and his presence on social media. Recognizing this, she dives deep into understanding the significance of connection in Brian's life and asks him why it...
2023-05-2227 minPull Up Your ChairHow to Cultivate a Champion’s Mindset with Brian Covey (Part One)This week, get ready to be inspired as we dive into the life and wisdom of a true champion, Brian Covey. From his impressive career as a professional soccer player to his current role as the Founder of Covey Holdings and Executive Vice President at Revolution Mortgage, Brian has consistently demonstrated a remarkable ability to lead multi-billion-dollar teams to success. In this episode, we'll uncover the secrets behind Brian's extraordinary achievements and explore the mindset that fuels his unwavering determination. He has devoted his life to the pursuit of excellence and has become a master at winning in both professional...
2023-05-1527 minPull Up Your ChairSylvie di Giusto on How to Master First Impressions and Personal Branding (Part Two)In this conclusion of Cicely Simpson's Pull Up Your Chair Podcast episode with Sylvie di Giusto, we delve deeper into the world of personal branding and its impact on how others perceive us. Sylvie, a renowned keynote speaker and author of “The Image of Leadership,” shares her insights on how leaders can effectively package themselves to create a lasting impression. As Cicely and Sylvie discuss the importance of having an online presence and social media footprint, they also explore the distinction between personal brand and professional brand. Sylvie sheds light on how these two aspects are interconnected, yet unique in thei...
2023-04-2416 minPull Up Your ChairSylvie di Giusto on How to Master First Impressions and Personal Branding (Part One)In this episode, Cicely is thrilled to have Sylvie di Giusto, a renowned keynote speaker and expert in personal branding and first impressions. Sylvie believes that first impressions matter and can make all the difference in how others perceive us or our organizations. Drawing from her extensive experience working with individuals and organizations across the globe, Sylvie shares practical tips and insights on how to make those critical first seven seconds count. She reveals the psychology behind how people form impressions quickly, and how those impressions can either open doors or slam them shut. Join us for an empowering and...
2023-04-1731 minPull Up Your ChairHow to Change Your Career or Start Something New with Alexa Curtis (Part Two)Don't miss the conclusion of Cicely's powerful and honest conversation with Alexa Curtis, the co-founder of GrasshoppHer. Alexa shares how she deals with imposter syndrome, a common challenge that many entrepreneurs face. She also shares some advice for Gen-Z entrepreneurs who want to follow in her footsteps. Tune in to Pull Up Your Chair with Cicely Simpson and listen to this inspiring conclusion of my conversation with Alexa Curtis.
2023-03-2716 minPull Up Your ChairHow to Change Your Career or Start Something New with Alexa Curtis (Part One)Cicely is back for a career-changing conversation with Alexa Curtis, a powerhouse of creativity and entrepreneurship. Alexa's career in social media and radio led her to co-found GrasshoppHer, a career development service for women based in Austin. Alexa has been featured in Forbes, Teen Vogue, The New York Times, and many other publications for her work and achievements. She has also spoken at TEDx events and in schools across the country about her journey of skipping college and pursuing her passions. Alexa is here to share with us her insights on how to create a career that aligns with your...
2023-03-2017 min
Break Thru UPull Up Your Chair and Let's Talk with Cicely Simpson (EP39)Pull Up Your Chair and Let's Talk with Cicely Simpson (EP39) Break Thru U is designed to challenge, inspire, empower and educate entrepreneurs, business owners, and nonprofit leaders to Break Thru their Mindsets and break into their potential.
2023-03-0950 minKeep This In MindCareer Mindsets with Cicely SimpsonSend us a textDo you enjoy your chosen career? If so, why? If not, what can you do about it? On today's show, David speaks with Cicely Simpson, a widely sought-after career strategist and author of Pull Up Your C.H.A.I.R.Want a signed copy of my book? Get it here!
2023-02-2822 minPull Up Your ChairLearn from Barry Michels How to Use The Tools to Grow, Create, and Thrive (Part Two)In this episode, Cicely continues her conversation with Barry Michels, co-author of the New York Times bestseller The Tools. Barry is a renowned therapist with years of experience helping clients transform their lives. In The Tools, he and his co-author, Phil Stutz, share a set of powerful techniques that can help you overcome fear, tap into your intuition, and cultivate resilience. Jeopardy is one of the most effective tools in the book, and in this episode, Cicely explores how it can help you overcome the obstacles that are holding you back. Barry also shares his insights on how to use...
2023-02-2715 minPull Up Your ChairLearn from Barry Michels How to Use The Tools to Grow, Create, and Thrive (Part One)If you're looking to unlock your full potential, this episode is a must-listen. Join Cicely as she sits down with Barry Michels, co-author of the New York Times bestseller The Tools. They discuss the life-changing psychological model that he and his co-author, Phil Stutz, have developed over their 60 years of combined psychotherapeutic experience. In The Tools, Barry and Phil share a set of powerful techniques that can help you transform your problems into opportunities for growth, courage, and creativity. These tools have been used by countless individuals, from Hollywood celebrities to business executives, and have been hailed as a groundbreaking...
2023-02-2028 minPull Up Your ChairHow to Deal with Stress and Trauma with Dr. Don Wood (Part Two)In the conclusion of Cicely's talk with Dr. Don Wood, the Founder of the Inspired Performance Institute, Don shares some advice for dealing with the day-to-day stress in our life and his thoughts on the long-lasting effects of pandemic-induced trauma.
2023-01-3019 minPull Up Your ChairHow to Deal with Stress and Trauma with Dr. Don Wood (Part One)Dr. Don Wood takes a seat this week. Don is a bestselling author and Founder of the Inspired Performance Institute. After years of research, Don created the TIPP method (The Inspired Performance Program) as a holistic approach to healing the effects of trauma on the body and mind. He's also the author of the best-selling books, You Must Be Out of Your Mind and Emotional Concussions. In part one, Dr. Wood shares what is stressing out CEOs today, the inspiration for developing the TIPP method, and how our brains deal with trauma.
2023-01-2326 minPull Up Your ChairLyndsay Dowd on How to Cultivate a Phenomenal Sales Culture (Part Two)In the conclusion of Cicely's Conversation with Lyndsay Dowd from Heartbeat for Hire, Lyndsay talks about the idea of interviewing to get out of a job and the reasons why corporate culture is so broken right.
2022-12-1924 minPull Up Your ChairLyndsay Dowd on How to Cultivate a Phenomenal Sales Culture (Part One)Lyndsay Dowd pulls up a chair this week. Lyndsay worked at IBM for over 20 years, but pivoted when she asked herself what she was most passionate about. Now she’s the Chief Heartbeat Officer of Heartbeat for Hire, where she helps sales leaders and organizations improve and cultivate a phenomenal sales culture. In part one, Lyndsay discusses the inspiration for Heartbeat for Hire, and what she learned from getting fired.
2022-12-1224 minPull Up Your ChairThe Conversationalist: A Platform for Young People to Come Together with Sophie Beren (Part Two)In the conclusion of Cicely's talk with Sophie Beren, the founder of The Conversationalist, Sophie discusses how she connects with people in her non-partisan community, and she shares some advice for bridging the communication gap between leadership and Gen Z.
2022-11-2822 minPull Up Your ChairThe Conversationalist: A Platform for Young People to Come Together with Sophie Beren (Part One)Sophie Beren takes a seat this week. Sophie is the founder and CEO of The Conversationalist, a non-partisan educational platform empowering the next generation to break out of their echo chambers, have difficult conversations, and unify. Her community of over 70,000 young people is committed to coming together, across differences, through multiple platforms. In part one, Sophie shares why she describes herself as a 'unifier from Wichita', what inspired her to create The Conversationalist, and what they do to stay non-partisan on their platform.
2022-11-2128 minPull Up Your ChairWill Guidara on Unreasonable Hospitality and How He Built the Best Restaurant in the World (Part Two)In the conclusion of Cicely's talk with restaurateur and author of Unreasonable Hospitality, Will Guidara, Will shares why every business can CHOOSE to be a hospitality business and why leaders shouldn’t be afraid of criticizing team members.
2022-10-2421 minPull Up Your ChairWill Guidara on Unreasonable Hospitality and How He Built the Best Restaurant in the World (Part One)What does it take to build the BEST RESTAURANT IN THE WORLD? Unreasonable hospitality. This week, Cicely is joined by New York City restaurateur and author of Unreasonable Hospitality, Will Guidara. In part one, Will talks about growing up in the restaurant business, the important lessons he learned from his father, and how he helped transform Eleven Madison Park into a global fine dining destination.
2022-10-1722 min
Heartbeat For Hire with Lyndsay Dowd15: Asking for a Coach Cicely SimpsonCicely Simpson is seasoned public operative, having served as Legislative Director for two Congressmen, and veteran of the C-suite, formerly as Vice President of Government Affairs at Dunkin' Brands, Inc., formerly as Executive Vice President of Public Affairs for the restaurant industry, and now as Founder & CEO of Summit Public Affairs. Her experience at all levels of government and expertise in the boardroom allows her to speak with authority on the public and private sectors as well as their countless intersections. She joins Lyndsay on the podcast today to talk about the importance of having a coach and how...
2022-10-1238 minPull Up Your ChairJoe Pardavila on How to Create Memorable Conversations in Business and Life with His Book Good Listen (Part Two)In the conclusion of Cicely's talk with Joe Pardavila, the author of Good Listen, Joe shares why preparing too many questions is not a good idea and what he learned from his legendary run-in with US Soccer star, Brandi Chastain.
2022-09-2627 minPull Up Your ChairJoe Pardavila on How to Create Memorable Conversations in Business and Life with His Book Good Listen (Part One)This week, Cicely is joined by author and podcaster, Joe Pardavila. In the new book, Good Listen: Creating Memorable Conversations in Business and Life, Joe shares his insights and knowledge for creating a podcast that will appeal to listeners and leave them clamoring for more. But you don’t need to have a podcast to benefit from Joe’s wisdom because his tips for connecting with others also apply to work, love, and life. In part one, Joe discusses how he stumbled into a 20-year career in radio and what it was like to be on the air on September 11, 2001.
2022-09-1922 min
You Must Be Out Of Your Mind with Dr. Don Wood07: Pull Up Your Chair with Cicely SimpsonCicely Simpson has a background in politics and business. She’s worked as a public operative and is now working with her fourth Presidential Administration. Her program “Pull Up Your Chair” gives people the tools to execute a career strategy that works for them. On this episode, Cicely and Dr. Wood talk about how his work with trauma and her work with business and politics combine.
You can learn more about Cicely and her program “Pull Up Your Chair” here: https://cicelysimpson.com/
2022-09-0741 minPull Up Your ChairChuck Garcia on How to Climb to the Top of Your Career with Communication and Leadership Skills (Part Two)In the conclusion of Cicely's talk with Chuck Garcia, the founder of Climb Leadership International, Chuck shares how he learned the power of the pause from Mark Twain and what inspired him to climb some of the world’s tallest peaks.
2022-08-2225 minPull Up Your ChairChuck Garcia on How to Climb to the Top of Your Career with Communication and Leadership Skills (Part One)Pulling up a chair this week is Chuck Garcia, the founder of Climb Leadership International and the best-selling author of A Climb To The Top: Communication & Leadership Tactics to Take Your Career to New Heights. In part one, Chuck talks about the importance of leaders seeking feedback, and Chuck also shares when he discovered his passion to help others become better leaders.
2022-08-1517 minPull Up Your ChairThe Evolution of Electronic Media and Career Strategy with Cristina Mendonsa (Part Two)In the conclusion of Cicely's conversation with journalist and entrepreneur, Cristina Mendonsa, Cristina shares how she started her own production company and provides some tangible advice for the next generation of broadcasters.
2022-07-1821 minPull Up Your ChairThe Evolution of Electronic Media and Career Strategy with Cristina Mendonsa (Part One)Cicely welcomes Cristina Mendonsa to Pull Up Your Chair. Christina anchors 4 hours of radio news daily while also producing documentaries, winning awards, and mentoring upcoming journalists on career strategy and mid-career pivots. In part one, Cristina talks about her first job in journalism, the evolution of electronic media, and what inspired her to shift from television to radio.
2022-07-1119 minPull Up Your ChairHow to Lead with Competence and Confidence in an Equitable Workplace with Tara Jaye Frank (Part Two)In the conclusion of Cicely's conversation with Tara Jaye Frank, the author of The Waymakers: Clearing the Path to Workplace Equity with Competence and Confidence, Tara talks about the words of advice she gives companies that are beginning their journey to creating an equitable workplace.
2022-06-1321 minPull Up Your ChairHow to Lead with Competence and Confidence in an Equitable Workplace with Tara Jaye Frank (Part One)Cicely welcomes Tara Jaye Frank to Pull Up Your Chair. Tara is an Equity Strategist who has advised and educated thousands of executives across industries on how to create an equitable workplace. She’s also the author of the new book, The Waymakers: Clearing the Path to Workplace Equity with Competence and Confidence. In part one, Tara talks about why she thinks culture is the soil in which strategies thrive or die and steps on how organizations can build equitable and inclusive cultures.
2022-06-0627 minPull Up Your ChairSplit the Pie: A Radical New Way to Negotiate with Yale Professor and Entrepreneur Barry Nalebuff (Part Two)In the conclusion of Cicely's conversation with Barry Nalebuff, the author of Split the Pie, Barry shares what it was like to negotiate with Coca-Cola and why empathy is the key to negotiating.
2022-05-1621 minPull Up Your ChairSplit the Pie: A Radical New Way to Negotiate with Yale Professor and Entrepreneur Barry Nalebuff (Part One)Cicely welcomes Barry Nalebuff to the podcast. Barry is an entrepreneur, a professor at Yale School of Management, and an expert in negotiating. He’s the best-selling author of several books, including “Thinking Strategically” and “The Art of Strategy.” His latest, “Split the Pie: A Radical New Way to Negotiate” is out now. In part one, Barry talks about why negotiating is so hard, and he explains what the negotiation pie is and why it matters.
2022-05-0920 min
What If It Did Work?What if You Lead Yourself First? w/ Cicely SimpsonCicely Simpson is a seasoned Public Speaker, Leadership Coach, Author and Founder / CEO of the Summit of Public Affairs. She focuses on inspiring smart, successful, motivated professionals to achieve their greatest goals and highest level of impact by finding their voice and creating conversations that need to be had. In this episode, you'll hear Omar get straight into a dynamic discussion about:Self LeadershipSeminar Junkies vs Action TakersFailure, Fear, and TimingLiving with Sickle Cell AnemiaWhy We Accept the Boxes Life Gives UsHow to Start Again
2022-05-0400 minPull Up Your ChairFrom Addiction to Redemption: Steve Palmer’s Journey as a Restaurant Entrepreneur and Author of “Say Grace” (Part Two)In the conclusion of Cicely's conversation with Steve Palmer, the founder of The Indigo Road, Steve talks about the culture he’s built and why he was inspired to build a community of hospitality workers committed to helping others battling addiction.
2022-04-1124 minPull Up Your ChairFrom Addiction to Redemption: Steve Palmer’s Journey as a Restaurant Entrepreneur and Author of “Say Grace” (Part One)Cicely's guest this week is Steve Palmer, the founder of The Indigo Road Hospitality Group and the author of “Say Grace: How the Restaurant Business Saved My Life.” Steve founded the company in 2009 with one restaurant and expanded to more than twenty restaurants throughout the southeastern United States. In part one, Steve talks about how he started working at a restaurant when he was 13, the impact of drug and alcohol addiction on the restaurant industry, and the ultimatum that changed his life.
2022-04-0426 min
The Power ProfilePP #4 Cicely SimpsonPull Up Your Chair and meet Cicely Simpson! After decades working with presidents and in congress, Cicely is now a seasoned Public Speaker, Leadership Coach, Author and Founder / CEO of the Summit of Public Affairs. We talk leadership, her time in congress and the way she has touched all of our lives in a unique and unexpected way.
2022-04-0227 min
1st Generation MindsetInterview with Cicely SimpsonFollow https://www.facebook.com/kunal.seth.102 for more!
2022-04-0155 min
Fresh Start After 50 - Inspiring Women In BusinessWhen There's No Empty Seat Bring A Folding Chair - Cicely Simpson**Some Explicit Language**What do you do when there is no available seat for you at the "Big Boy's" table? You bring a folding chair. Cicely Simpson had to learn to bring a folding chair in every situation where one was not offered to her. From a successful career in law, to politics, to the cooperate arena and now a published author and business mentor and coach. Cicely breaks down the steps and mindset necessary for women entrepreneurs to ensure that there is always an available seat.Cicely's Contact Information is...
2022-03-2835 min
A Climb to the TopCicely Simpson - Speaker, Author, Coach“If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring in a folding chair.” This quote by Shirley Chisholm resonated powerfully with Cicely Simpson, who knows that it’s just as important to pull up your own chair as it is to be ready to take a seat. Author of “Pull Up Your C.H.A.I.R.,” Cicely illustrates both how to get to the table and what to do when you get there. This is Cicely’s Story of Transformation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-03-2331 min
Beyond PoliticsCicely Simpson: Lessons from Politics on How to Pull Out Your C.H.A.I.R.What happens to people who were deeply enmeshed in politics once they move "beyond politics?" What perspective do they gain working in our government and political system that applies to the normie world, and how does living in the rest of the world change their perspective on politics? Cicely Simpson served as the Legislative Director for two Congressmen on Capitol Hill, and then became Executive Vice President of Public Affairs at the National Restaurant Association, where she was recognized by the newspaper The Hill as one of Top Lobbyists in America in 2015, 2016, and 2017. But now she's focused everything she's...
2022-03-1744 minPull Up Your ChairLearn the 8 Superpowers for Thriving in Constant Change from April Rinne (Part Two)In the conclusion of Cicely's conversation with change navigator, April Rinne, April runs down the 8 superpowers needed for thriving in constant change and talks about the concept of how getting lost is how you get found.
2022-03-1424 minPull Up Your ChairLearn the 8 Superpowers for Thriving in Constant Change from April Rinne (Part One)We’re living in a world of change…and some of us are better equipped than others, but if you don’t have that skill set, how can you embrace change? This week, Cicely welcomes April Rinne to the podcast. April has made a living out of helping people rethink and reshape their relationship with change, and has been named one of the “50 Leading Female Futurists.” She’s also the author of the new book, FLUX: 8 Superpowers for Thriving in Constant Change. In part one, April talks about the leaders that had the biggest impact on her life, why we're so resistant...
2022-03-0728 minPull Up Your ChairYou Have More Influence Than You Think: A Conversation with Vanessa Bohns (Part Two)In the conclusion of Cicely's chat with social psychologist & award-winning researcher, Vanessa Bohns, Vanessa shares why she thinks power is a responsibility and what inspired her to write her new book, You Have More Influence Than You Think.
2022-02-1421 minPull Up Your ChairYou Have More Influence Than You Think: A Conversation with Vanessa Bohns (Part One)Cicely welcomes Vanessa Bohns to the podcast. Vanessa is a social psychologist, an award-winning researcher, and a professor at Cornell. She’s also the author of the new book, You Have More Influence Than You Think. In part one, Vanessa shares how growing up on a bird farm prepared her to become a researcher, why she isn't surprised by the rise of social media influencers, and why it's easier to say 'no' in an email.
2022-02-0718 minPull Up Your ChairCoach Burt: The Basketball Coach Who Teaches You How to Win in Business and Life (Part Two)Cicely wraps up her chat with entrepreneur, motivational speaker and author, Micheal Burt. In part two, Coach Burt shares why he thinks everybody needs a coach, the importance of emotional resilience in children, and why he is inspired to build Greatness Factories around the world.
2022-01-1014 minPull Up Your ChairCoach Burt: The Basketball Coach Who Teaches You How to Win in Business and Life (Part One)The Business lexicon is littered with sports metaphors like “The Ball’s In Their Court”, “Full Court Press”, and “Slam Dunk.” But Cicely's guest this week literally combines his experience as a basketball coach to help people take their careers to the next level. His name is Michael Burt. Coach Burt has been called “America’s Coach,” and offers the unique blend of a former championship basketball coach mixed with a deep methodology of inner-engineering people to produce at a higher level in the business world. In part one, Coach Burt talks about how his coaching career started at the age of 15, why Steph...
2022-01-0314 min