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Ivey MBA PodcastFrom HBA to MBA: Unpacking the Ivey Journey – Insights from Current StudentsIn this episode, Ivey MBA Recruiting Associate, Rachael Terejko, is joined by four current MBA students – each of whom also completed their HBA at Ivey. Anita Wing Lee, HBA ’14, MBA ’25, Natasha Shew, HBA ’15, MBA ’25, Moe Farouk, HBA ’22, MBA ’25, and Katerina Pankhurst, HBA ’20, MBA ’25 share their unique journeys from HBA to MBA, unpacking the differences between their two program experiences. They discuss any initial hesitations about considering returning to Ivey for the Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA grads program, the impact of class size and diverse work experiences on their learning, and the changes in academic rigor with the freedom to choose elective...2025-04-0346 minIvey MBA PodcastFrom India to Ivey: A Life-Changing MBA JourneyIn this episode, Divya Nair (MBA ’25) and Aakriti Gupta (MBA ’25) share their journey from India to Canada for their MBA. Amid ongoing political complexities between the two countries, they discuss their research process, why Ivey stood out, and how they navigated family concerns about studying abroad. Now, as they prepare to graduate, they reflect on their MBA experience and the personal and professional growth they’ve gained along the way. They also offer valuable advice for prospective students in India considering Ivey and Canada for their MBA. Tune in for an insightful and candid conversation about making bold decisions, adapti...2025-03-1715 min
Ivey Impact PodcastTrailer - Ivey Impact PodcastWelcome to the Ivey Impact Podcast, where we will share the knowledge and innovative thinking of the Ivey Business School with leaders seeking relevant and actionable insights. Julian Birkinshaw, Dean of Ivey and host of our first season, sits down with Ivey's globally recognized faculty for open dialogue on the issues that matter most to today's leaders - covering everything from start ups and sustainability to AI integration, responsible leadership, and more. Short and impactful, every episode brings you exclusive insights and ideas that will ignite change.2024-10-1000 minIvey MBA PodcastCan I negotiate my Ivey admission scholarship?In this Ivey MBA admission series episode, we focus on the commonly asked question: Can scholarships be negotiated? Whether you're just starting your application or have already received an offer, this episode will provide you with the knowledge you need to maximize your financial aid opportunities at Ivey.2024-07-3012 min
The Ivey CollectiveWho gave my sister, Peyton Ivey, a mic? Uh oh! It was me! 😬In this conversation, Coach Reagan Ivey and her sister Peyton discuss what it means to be set apart and the challenges they faced growing up as pastor's kids. They talk about the alienation they experienced in middle school and high school, as well as the pressure to conform to societal expectations. They emphasize the importance of being true to oneself and not trying to fit into a mold. They also discuss the difference between being set apart and being unnecessarily weird, highlighting the need to be authentic and relatable while still living a godly life. The conversation explores the...2024-06-181h 13Ivey MBA PodcastAccelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Grads Program Student Experience: International ExchangeIn this episode, recent MBA Direct students Rachel Gladwish, HBA ’18, MBA ’24, and Joe Laferriere, HBA ’18, MBA ’24, join MBA Recruiting Associate, Rachael Terejko, to share their personal experiences from their international exchange which is one of the global learning opportunities offered in the Ivey Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Grads Program (formerly MBA Direct program). Rachel and Joe answer questions on why they chose to do an exchange, how to learn more on the opportunity in the program, understanding the timing of different schools, what a day looked like for them on exchange, and helpful tips to keep in mind on findi...2024-05-0224 minIvey MBA PodcastIvey Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Grads Program True Experience: Career Management and MBA RecruitingAs an Ivey HBA alum, tune in to this episode to learn about the true experiences, recruiting outcomes, and career advantages offered in the Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Grads program (Formerly MBA Direct program). Hear from Alex Elias, one of Ivey’s Managing Directors on the MBA Career Advising team, who shares insights on what you can really expect from the Career Management resources and opportunities in the program. Are you worried you will be missing out on recruiting activities and events by joining the program in July? Wondering if you can make a career transition with an 8-m...2024-05-0217 minIvey MBA PodcastIvey MBA program options for HBA graduates: Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBAs or Accelerated MBA for working professionalsJoin MBA Recruiting Associate, Rachael Terejko, and Associate Director, Accelerated MBA Recruitment and Admissions, Nick Shalagan, as they share an overview of two MBA program options that Ivey HBA alumni consider when looking to pursue a full-time MBA program back at Ivey. Learn about the differences and similarities between the two programs admissions requirements, program timelines, curriculum offerings, scholarship opportunities, internationals experiences and what important conversations you should be having with your employer. 0:00 – 1:22Introductions/Podcast Overview 1:22 – 2:45Accelerated MBA general program overview. 2:45 – 3:50Work expe...2024-04-2320 minThe Ivey CollectiveLearning to take messy action and not quit with Francine IveyIn this conversation, Reagan Ivey interviews her mother, Francine Ivey, about not quitting when things get hard. They discuss Francine's journey from full-time ministry to joining a direct sales company and starting her own coaching business. They emphasize the importance of perseverance, setting goals, and not quitting on the inside. They also talk about the impact of growing up in different countries and how it has shaped their perspective on the world. The conversation highlights the need to trust God's calling and not be swayed by fear or pressure. In this conversation, Francine Ivey and Reagan Ivey discuss the...2024-04-0255 minIvey MBA PodcastWomen of the Ivey MBAIvey alumni, Kristine Beese MBA’10 Temi Busari MBA’22 and Mannat Kaur MBA’23 discuss their experiences in the Ivey MBA, and the key factors that resonated with each to lead them to Ivey. Areas of discussion revolve around non-traditional backgrounds, supports and networks, imposter syndrome and unique issues that effect women when making this decision to move forward with the MBA. You won’t want to miss out on this engaging discussion!2024-02-0253 minIvey MBA PodcastThe Value of the Ivey MBAIvey alumni discuss the value of the Ivey MBA. Each will share their perspectives on what they gained from the experience, both in the program and the long-term value and takeaways. You won’t want to miss out on this informative session!2023-12-0832 min
Ivey MBA PodcastReturning to Ivey: Our First 60 Days in the Ivey Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Grads ProgramIvey MBA Recruiting Associate, Rachael Terejko, is joined by two HBA ’20 alumni who are currently pursuing their MBA’s back at Ivey. Hear from Manjinder Kamboj and Halle Shopperly on their personal MBA journeys – why they made the decision to return to Ivey for an MBA, the surprising differences from their HBA and MBA experiences, adjusting back to student life, advice on preparing for recruiting opportunities with Ivey’s Career Management team, and knowing your own path.2023-11-0647 min
Ivey MBA PodcastIvey MBA Student Experience – Success at Ivey with a Non-Traditional BackgroundDo you have a non-traditional background and have concerns about considering an MBA program? This podcast is for you! Please tune in to hear current MBA Student Ambassadors Ryan D’Souza, Renee Hueston, and Mariya Tsybulnyk share their journey from deciding on an MBA program to adjusting to the case method. They share great insights and perspectives on contributing to the classroom and the supportive culture at Ivey.2023-10-3135 min
Ivey MBA PodcastIvey MBA Talk – Career ManagementAimee Froude, Associate Director MBA Admissions and Recruiting, speaks with Career Management Coach, Robyn McDougall, to discuss and share thoughts on Career Management support through the Ivey one-year MBA program. Topics discussed include, pre-Ivey onboarding, to career coaching, recruitment, and post-MBA support. You won’t want to miss out on this informative session.2023-08-3038 min
The Ivey Academy Presents: Learning In ActionGlobal Ivey Day 2023: Empowering People in the New World of WorkThe evolution of work is accelerating faster than organizations are adapting. Transformative technological change, shifting personal priorities, troubling economic trends, and fluid approaches to career growth have put many leaders on the defensive as they attempt to reinforce a more traditional employee value proposition. As with any disruption, this uncertainty presents unique opportunities for organizations to create competitive advantage through creativity and innovation. Together, our panelists explore how organizations can reinvent their approach to work.For this episode hosted by Bryan Benjamin, Executive Director of the Ivey Academy, we’re joined by Ivey faculty members: Martha Maznevski, Pr...2023-05-1451 min
Ivey MBA PodcastJoining Ivey as an International StudentTune into this podcast to hear about joining the Ivey MBA cohort as an international student. Hosted by current MBA student Omoefe Eromosele, our panel will discuss the Ivey differentiators that were important to them throughout the admissions process, what it’s like to make the transition to Canada, and the value of the Ivey MBA community upon arrival.2023-03-091h 00
Ivey MBA PodcastIvey MBA African Alumni ChatTune in to this podcast to hear from Ivey MBA alumni Bie Jaja and Olu Olawale about their experiences moving from Nigeria to Canada to complete their MBA at Ivey. They discuss the highs and lows of the journey, how they made their decision to attend and specific pieces of advice they have for candidates looking to make the same transition. Hear directly from Bie and Olu about the things that made Ivey stand out for them and what their lives in Canada look like after the MBA!2023-03-091h 02
Ivey MBA PodcastIvey MBA Latin American Alumni ChatThis podcast focuses on our recent Ivey MBA alumni, Cristobal Dupuis, MBA ‘22 and Paloma Stuart, MBA ‘21, who share their experience transitioning from Mexico and Peru prior to joining Ivey. Topics discussed will include; the decision-making process, the supports in place to make the transition, the Ivey MBA experience as a whole and post MBA career transitions. Learn first hand from alumni who have lived our MBA experience.2023-03-0957 min
Ivey MBA PodcastIvey MBA Central Asian Alumni ChatTune in to hear Ivey MBA alumni, Sumbul Ahmed, Nikita Dadlani and Abbhilash Mahesh from India share their own stories and experiences about Ivey. Topics discussed will include; the decision-making process, the supports in place to make the transition, the Ivey MBA experience as a whole and post MBA career transitions. Learn first hand from alumni who have lived the experience.2023-03-091h 03
Ivey MBA PodcastHow to Finance your Full-Time Ivey MBAPreparing for your FT MBA at Ivey? Prior to applying, it’s important to understand the options to finance your Ivey MBA. Whether you’re a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or joining Ivey on a Study Visa, this podcast breaks down all things to consider for this important investment. 2023-03-0936 min
Ivey MBA PodcastInternational Applicants Considering the Ivey MBA ProgramThis Ivey MBA Admissions Series podcast focuses on our international applicants who are considering the Ivey MBA Program. Tune into hear our Admissions team share common questions, concerns and give their advice including prior to submitting an application and up to the first day of the program. If you are an Global MBA candidate and considering our MBA Program, we strongly encourage you to tune in!2023-03-0947 minThe Ivey Academy Presents: Learning In ActionHow Blockchain Technology is Already Shaping the Future of BusinessAs a leader, it’s critical to think ahead, especially when it comes to technology. Digital disruption provides an array of challenges but also offers many unique opportunities across almost all industries. Blockchain technology — while initially associated with bitcoin and cryptocurrency — has the potential to be applied to databases and information management across many sectors, but what exactly does that mean and how will that affect leaders and their organizations moving into the future?During this podcast episode hosted by Bryan Benjamin, Executive Director of the Ivey Academy, we’re joined by guests: Hubert Pun, Associate Professor of Manag...2023-01-1747 min
AI Decodes the SystemConversate with Akeem D. Earle Podcast Cross Post - AI, Tech, Data and How it Intersects with the Law w/ Amber IveyIn this week's episode, I am posting a conversation I had on the new podcast Conversate with Akeem D. Earle about the importance of lawyers keeping up with technology to ensure that people have access to justice. This conversation gets live and in living color (if you don't get it, you don't get it) as I speak my mind and thoughts on many different topics. I decided to post this episode on MLK Jr. Day because the advancements in technology have brought about new challenges and opportunities for realizing Dr. King's vision of a just and equal society. For...2023-01-161h 02
The Happy Hour with Jamie IveyHH#549 2022 in Review with the Ivey Media TeamTEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK! It is so very true, and today you get to meet my whole team! My heart overflows with love for each of the ladies you will hear from today. The gifts, talents, voices, and personalities they bring not only make our company better, but they make me better as well. Ivey Media has been through so much growth this year. It has also been so sweet to merge so many beautiful people together in one company!I ask each woman about four things: What they love about working at Ivey M...2022-12-211h 23The Ivey Academy Presents: Learning In ActionCorporate Strategies for Net-Zero: The Strategic Dimensions of Ambitious Climate LeadershipA growing number of Canadian companies are making major commitments to reduce their climate emissions through setting “science-based” targets, with some pledging to more than halve their emissions in the next decade. A new Ivey research initiative – Corporate Strategies for Net-Zero – is engaging with these leading companies across key sectors of the economy, exploring the firm-level strategic dimensions and implications of such ambitious action.In the third part of the Ivey Net-Zero Event Series – we explore initial insights emerging from this research, discussing key questions that many executive leaders are now grappling with: How can an ambitious approach t...2022-11-2146 minThe Ivey Academy Presents: Learning In ActionRecognizing Opportunity: Learning Value in the UnexpectedWhile we might initially have a vision of a final destination in our career, the actual journey to get there often isn’t as straightforward as initially planned. However, there is great value in the unforeseen routes you might stumble upon along the way. In this episode, Ivey alum Erik Mikkelsen, HBA '06, shares his journey through entrepreneurship and the detours within his career where he found new avenues for opportunity.For this episode produced in collaboration with the Morrissette Institute for Entrepreneurship, Mikkelsen is joined by guest host Eric Morse, Professor of Entrepreneurship, Executive Director of th...2022-10-0641 minThe Happy Hour with Jamie IveyHH #498 Tell Me About It: SUMMER with Aaron IveySummer is here, our oldest son is graduating High School tonight, and we are days away from an epic family vacation adventure!! There was no one better to sit down with me for the second Tell Me About conversation than my favorite person, Aaron Ivey. Aaron is my husband, co-creator of Ivey Media, Pastor, worship leader, and my best friend. This episode is all about SUMMER. Tell me about childhood summers, plans for summer, sabbatical, family time, and well, things go off the rails a bit, too. This happens anytime my husband, Aaron Ivey, joins me, but the...2022-05-2741 minThe Ivey Academy Presents: Learning In ActionOur Global Future: What leaders can learn from defining momentsLeaders at all levels will face tests of character and resilience – defining moments that shape us as individuals and contribute to our shared global future. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy serves as a paradigm of leader character, whose example can guide individuals across all areas of leadership to step up, leverage their influence, and create positive change. Our panelists explore key leadership lessons from the crisis in Ukraine, discuss the ways leaders impact their communities, and find direct takeaways for all leaders across the public and private sectorsFor this episode hosted by Gerard Seijts, director of the Ia...2022-05-2555 minThe Ivey Academy Presents: Learning In ActionBalancing the System: Designing for Work-Life AlignmentWork-life balance has been a growing area of concern for decades, but today we seem to struggle more than ever in achieving a healthy equilibrium. The increasing frequency of work-from-home during the pandemic has now worsened the blurred boundaries between employees' professional and personal lives. While most professionals have personally suffered the impact of a work-life imbalance, the path to individual and organizational solutions remains unclear. In this episode, host Mazi Raz, Director of Learning Design and Strategy at the Ivey Academy, and our panelists examine this phenomenon from different perspectives.Guests: Shakeel Bharmal, Leadership Coach...2022-03-0438 minThe Ivey Academy Presents: Learning In ActionInnovating Together: Connecting as a global organizationWhile Canada is a hub for creative potential and innovation, we're also known for exporting our best business ideas. Is there more to that story? What will it mean for all companies to become more 'global' in the future? In this episode recorded for Global Ivey Day 2021, host Mazi Raz, MBA ’05, PhD ’14, Assistant Professor and Director of Learning Design & Strategy at The Ivey Academy, and guests panelists examine the phenomenon of 'being global,' and what it really means for Canadian innovation to scale up on the global market.Guests: Michael Tamblyn, EMBA ‘08, CEO of Rakuten Kobo...2022-02-0246 minThe Ivey Academy Presents: Learning In ActionThe Frontiers of Purpose: Reimagining your organization's role in societyWe live in a time defined by large-scale environmental and societal challenges. The climate emergency, rising levels of inequality, agriculture and food security, and growing unemployment rates are among many trends affecting all societies and sectors. In light of these, what role can organizations play to help tackle these challenges? How can organizations—whether in the public or private sector—reconstitute their ‘purpose’? How can they reimagine innovation to create shared solutions and build towards a more prosperous society?In this episode hosted by Mazi Raz, MBA ’05, PhD ’14, Assistant Professor and Director of Learning Design & Strategy at The Ivey Aca...2021-12-0844 minThe Ivey Academy Presents: Learning In ActionAn Inclusive Recovery: Building back better with employee ownershipWhile the full economic impact of COVID clearly has yet to be felt, the way economic fallout is disproportionately affecting women, low-wage workers, young people, racialized Canadians, people with disabilities and living with mental illness, and rural communities without reliable internet access. While we’re in the same storm, Canadians are not all in the same boat. This rapid acceleration of wealth and social inequality poses critical questions for policymakers as the country plans for recovery. How do we set the stage for a more inclusive economy, that helps build more resilient communities and businesses?Guests: Jo...2021-12-0246 minThe Ivey Academy Presents: Learning In ActionThe Ivey Net-Zero Series: Your organization's net-zero future is closer than you thinkThe transition to a “net-zero” climate emissions economy will have profound implications for all organizations, not just those in heavy-emitting sectors. Many leaders are making long-term commitments to climate action and the forces driving this transition are already building compelling momentum: investors are changing perspectives on future value; technologies are maturing; policies are shifting; and consumer pressure is on the rise. Consequently, marginal efforts by organizations and delayed leadership action are becoming increasingly risky strategies.But just as important, transformative opportunities could shift or fundamentally restructure key aspects of a firm’s business model, value chain and compet...2021-11-1743 minThe Ivey Academy Presents: Learning In ActionNeurodiversity in the workplace: Building towards inclusionAs our shared recognition of neurodiversity continues to expand, progressive organizations around the world are finding new ways of being inclusive. From hiring processes to wellness programs, it is becoming increasingly clear that supporting neurodiversity at work has a transformative impact on organizations. In today’s discussion, host Mazi Raz from the Ivey Academy and our guests explore neurodiversity within the workplace. Drawing on contemporary research and examples, our panel examines pioneering workplace programs, the competitive advantage of inclusion, and changing ideals of leadership through a more inclusive lens.Guests: Jose Velasco, Business Process Intelligence Program Director an...2021-11-0446 minThe Ivey Academy Presents: Learning In ActionWhy cybersecurity matters to all leaders – including youAs the world grows to become more digital, organizations and governments continue to spend billions of dollars on Cybersecurity. Yet, as their investment has grown, the frequency and the consequences of cyber breaches have increased noticeably. Stories of data breaches and ransomware attacks are appearing more regularly in the news, impacting organizations of all sizes in every sector.Guests: Dr. Laurel Austin, Adjunct Research Professor in Management Science; Mark Segal, Chief Information Officer at CBI Health; Dr. Jeff Curtis, Chief Privacy Officer at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre.Originally recorded live in...2021-10-1848 minThe Ivey Academy Presents: Learning In ActionTaking risks in your career — A chat with author Sukhinder Singh CassidyFor most people, there is lot of anxiety tied to taking risks: What if you make a big move only for it not to pan out? What if you end up regretting it? People often end up getting paralyzed by fear when it comes to taking risks in their careers, instead opting to play it safe. However, Sukhinder Singh Cassidy, HBA ’92, a leading digital CEO and entrepreneur, argues that taking bold risks might be the best thing for your career trajectory. For this episode produced in collaboration with the Morrissette Institute for Entrepreneurship, Sukhinder Singh Cassidy joi...2021-10-1554 min
Real Fabulous MarketingIntroduction. Welcome to Real Fabulous Marketing with Miranda IveyWelcome to the Real Fabulous Marketing podcast with Miranda Ivey! With a goal of sharing practical marketing advice that doesn’t leave you feeling overwhelmed or icky, this podcast will deliver fresh insights into the world of online marketing. Topics will include Facebook & Instagram organic posting and paid ads, email marketing, how to create winning content with ease and so much more.
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The Happy Hour with Jamie IveyHappy Hour #351: 2020 Recap With Ivey MediaToday is the last episode of 2020! My guests for today are my wonderful team members, Lyndsey and Abby! If you’ve been listening to The Happy Hour for a while, you probably know who Lyndsey is - she has her hands on anything and everything coming through Ivey Media. We couldn’t do this without her! Abby is our newest team member and content manager! She writes all of our show notes, and manages content for a few of our social platforms. We got together to do a Year in Review for you, and we had the best time doin...2020-12-3045 min
Spark JoyEp 146 | Tara's KonMari Self DiscoveryTara Latta shares how working with For the Love of Tidy for 17 hours enhanced her KonMari tidying experience and instantly impacted her health, relationships, and career.
Tara Latta is Kristyn's client, a For the Love of Tidy Graduate of Tidy. They've tidied for 15 hours over a four months plus a recent two hour Virtual Tidy used to address sentimental items.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life. Find us at www.sparkjoypodcast.com and click “Ask Spark Joy” to leave a qu...2020-08-1820 minSpark JoyEp 145 | Home, Space and Reason with Kristina BrowningKristina Browning, home functionality coach, shares tips to help you mold, craft, and shape your home to your family's values and needs.
Kristina is a licensed Realtor in Portland, Oregon. She is also a Home Functionality Coach and Podcaster. Her passion is helping people create a home that thrives, not just for today, but for the long haul.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life. Find us at www.sparkjoypodcast.com and click “Ask Spark Joy” to leave a question or c...2020-08-1127 minSpark JoyEp 144 | Essentialism with Greg McKeownGreg McKeown, author of Essentialism: The disciplined Pursuit of Less joins us to discuss how his philosophy can complement your KonMari journey.
Our guest Greg McKeown has dedicated his career to discovering why some people and teams break through to the next level—and others don’t. His New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller,
“Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less” has frequently been the #1 Time Management book on Amazon. The book challenges core assumptions about achievement to get to the essence of what really drives success.
Greg also hosts a podcast called Essentia...2020-08-0447 minSpark JoyEp 143 | Quarantine Friendly “Someday” Projects for Today!This episode will help you catch up! If your circumstances allow, now is a GREAT time to get things done during this difficult season, so we can land on our feet on the other side.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life. Find us at www.sparkjoypodcast.com and click “Ask Spark Joy” to leave a question or comment for a chance to be featured on next week’s show.
While you’re there, sign-up to join our Spark Joy podcast...2020-07-2827 minSpark JoyEp 142 | Member Spotlight: Jen's Tidying JourneySpark Joy Club member Jen Kobrick joins us from Florida to share her KonMari journey.
This year, we’re trying something new. We’re bringing on listeners from our Spark Joy Club for a special Member Spotlight!
We’re dedicating a few episodes to shine the light on all of the tidying progress our Spark Joy Club members have made while listening to Spark Joy Podcast and leaning on the community.
Jen Kobrick is a homeschooling mom to two delightful little people and the wife of a space geek in central Florida. She loves...2020-07-2131 minSpark JoyEp 141 | Brother-Sister Tidying Duo with Sheila and Kevin CarrollBrother-sister tidying duo Sheila and Kevin Carroll share the lessons they learned while spending over 20 days organizing Kevin's home in Connecticut.
Kevin is a game inventor and Spark Joy podcast fan from Connecticut. His sister Sheila is a certified KonMari Consultant with Moreganize in Vancouver who helps people find more happiness in their life by organizing their homes and workplaces.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life. Find us at www.sparkjoypodcast.com and click “Ask Spark Joy” to leave a qu...2020-07-1426 minSpark JoyEp 140 | Your Color Guru with Jeannie Stith-MawhinneyJeannie Stith-Mawhinney of Color Guru helps us shop efficiently by understanding what colors work best for us in our KonMari wardrobe.
Jeannie is obsessed with helping real women look and feel amazing in their clothes. She is the founder and CEO of Color Guru, where she helps women create the wardrobe of their dreams by analyzing their hair, skin, and eye color in order to give them their ideal color palette for clothing.
She teaches an online course called "Style Secrets for Everyday Women." Jeannie is a wife and mother of two girls in Arden...2020-07-0730 minSpark JoyEp 139 | KonMari Quick Tips: Safe Summer Fun 2020Today’s KonMari Quick Tips episode is about having Safe Summer Fun in 2020.
Summer means fun outdoor activities, events, markets, vacations and an easier, more relaxed way of life. At least-that’s what summer usually is all about. But, this is a summer like no other for most of us. No matter where you are in the world, it’s likely that you’ll be much more mindful about where you’re going and how you’re spending your time. If you are looking for ideas, this episode is for you!
We want to hear from you. Te...2020-06-3013 minSpark JoyEp 137 | Meet 1/3 of the First KonMari Podcast in Spanish, guest Luīze RatnieceLuīze Ratniece, KonMari Consultant, introduces us to Orden a Tres [Order by Three], the first podcast dedicated to the KonMari Method in Spanish.
Luīze Ratniece is Latvian, and she’s lived in Spain for more than 10 years. She holds a PhD in sociology and is a textile sustainability activist. She wanted to be a fashion designer as a child, and is now channeling that wish through professional organization, ideal wardrobe workshops, and clothing
swaps. Luīze is a fellow KonMari consultant, certified since 2019 and ⅓ of the first podcast dedicated to the KonMari method in Spanish...2020-06-1625 minSpark JoyEp 136 | Love in the Time of Corona - Conscious Dating with Angela N. HoltonRelationship expert Angela N. Holton joins us to share Conscious Dating strategies that focus on self-love and connection, even in the midst of social distancing and quarantine.
Angela N. Holton, is an International Dating & Relationship Expert, Speaker, Author and Founder of Love Sanctuary, an online spiritual and personal development site centered on helping women and men create more love in their lives from the inside-out. She is the Creator of The Conscious Dating Method, a modern and revolutionary approach toward dating and relationships and the author of The Conscious Dating Method Workbook Journal.
We want...2020-06-0935 minSpark JoyEp 135 | Checking In with The Spark Joy ClubCelebrate tidying progress with The Spark Joy Club members who are actively tidying during quarantine and beyond.
We’re lifting the curtain to encourage you to connect with others who’ve made the same commitment to a clutter free life of joy as you move from KonMari practice to KonMari lifestyle.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life. Find us at www.sparkjoypodcast.com and click “Ask Spark Joy” to leave a question or comment for a chance to be featured...2020-06-0211 minSpark JoyEp 134 | Joy at Work: Organizing Your Professional Life with Co-Author Scott SonensheinScott Sonenshein, co-author with Marie Kondo of Joy at Work joins us to explore how our work life is evolving and the importance of productivity and organization in our professional life.
Scott Sonenshein is the Henry Gardiner Symonds Professor of Management at Rice University. He holds a PhD in organizational behavior from the University of Michigan, an MPhil from the University of Cambridge, and a BA from the University of Virginia.
As an author, he is best known for his work Stretch and, most recently, he co-wrote Joy at Work: Organizing Your Professional Life with...2020-05-2630 minSpark JoyEp 133 | Build an Unapologetically Thrifted Sustainable Wardrobe with Kaitlin StewartKaitlin Stewart, Eco-Stylist, shares her love for secondhand fashions and helps us incorporate thrifted items into our wardrobe in a way that sparks joy.
Our guest Kaitlin Stewart is a New York transplant residing in the Windy City for the past 8 years. She is an avid thrifter and eco-stylist who helps her clients build a more sustainable and budget friendly wardrobe by styling them with secondhand pieces. She believes in being a conscious consumer and an unapologetic thrifter!
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how...2020-05-1936 minSpark JoyEp 132 | Where does all the stuff go? with Secondhand author Adam MinterDownsizing. Decluttering. Discarding. After you’ve decided what sparks joy and donated the things that don’t serve you - what happens to all the stuff after it’s been KonMari’d?
Guest Adam Minter is a columnist and author based in Malaysia. For nearly two decades, his journalism has focused on waste, recycling, stuff - and the hidden global world that it inhabits. His first book, 'Junkyard Planet,' was a best-selling dive into the recycling bin. His new book, 'Secondhand' is a global journey into what happens to our stuff after we no longer want it.
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The Leaders by IveyTrailer - The Leaders by IveyInsights and wisdom lie within every business decision. Beginning May 7th, you’re invited to discover the hidden narratives and unlock key learnings for your own leadership and career journey with the Ivey Business School. Introducing, The Leaders Podcast by Ivey. We will be bringing you some of Canada’s best leaders with a wide variety of backgrounds and interests - including highly talented leaders in our School and across our alumni network.2020-05-0200 minSpark JoyEp 129 | Calendar Clutter: How to Tidy Your Time with Laura VanderkamLaura Vanderkam, author and productivity expert, joins us with tips and strategies to help you KonMari your calendar.
Laura Vanderkam is the author of several time management and productivity books, including Juliet’s School of Possibilities, Off the Clock, I Know How She Does It, What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast, and 168 Hours. Her work has appeared in publications including the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, and Fortune. She is the host of the podcast Before Breakfast and the co-host, with Sarah Hart-Unger, of the podcast Best of Both Worlds. She li...2020-04-2133 minSpark JoyEp 126 | Freshly Organized with 2020 NAPO President and Professional Organizer Amy TokosMeet the Amy Tokos, 2020 President of NAPO, the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals.
Did you know that there is a national professional organization for Professional Organizers? If you follow our podcast, you know that KonMari Media Incorporated trains and accredits consultants in the method but there is also NAPO, the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals.
Amy Tokos is a Certified Professional Organizer and Productivity Consultant. She is also the President-elect of NAPO for 2020.
Amy’s background is in engineering and she previously worked making manufacturing processes simpler and more ef...2020-03-3125 minSpark JoyEp 125 | Spring Cleaning Joy with Marcela Barraza of MB Green CleaningCleaning X Tidying. Cleaning professional Marcela Barraza joins us to explore the intersection between two essential household tasks that pair well to create a space that sparks joy.
Marcela Barraza is the founder and owner of MB Green Cleaning. She is a graduate of the hospitality administration and hotel management program. After working for an airline for more than 10 years, Marcela started in the cleaning industry in 2004 and she was inspired to switch to “green” cleaning after experiencing a series of maladies, including irritated skin and debilitating migraines, that she traced to the harmful chemicals in the clea...2020-03-2427 minSpark JoyEp 123 | KonMari Quick Tips: Social Media JoyToday’s KonMari Quick Tips episode is all about building a healthy relationship with social media.
From Instagram to Facebook to Snapchat to Tiktok - whatever platform you use, there’s no denying social media is here to stay. We dive into 5 tips that will help you KonMari your social media, by viewing your activity through a lens of joy.
We want to hear from you. Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life.
Head over to Apple podcasts to subscribe and review the show, whic...2020-03-1006 minSpark JoyEp 121 | Member Spotlight: Monica's Tidying JourneySpark Joy Club member Monica Ruiz joins us from Mexico to share the impact of her solo KonMari tidying adventure.
This year we’re trying something new. Welcome to our first ever Spark Joy Club Member Spotlight! We are dedicating a few episodes this year to shine the light on all of the progress our Spark Joy Club members on their tidying while listening to Spark Joy Podcast and leaning on the community.
First up is Spark Joy Club member Monica Ruiz:
Monica worked in Product Development for Corporate America for 15 years, after wh...2020-02-2522 minSpark JoyEp 120 | Joyful Style for Every Body with Style Coach Joanna LoveringJoanna Lovering, Style Coach, shares tips and tricks to help you make the most of your closet as you build a style that sparks joy.
After a successful weight loss journey in 2011, Joanna founded Copper + Rise, a New York City-based style coaching service dedicated to personal and professional empowerment. A passionate stylist and trained executive coach, Joanna pairs her seasonal sensibilities with leadership development techniques to help clients rise to the next level.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life...2020-02-1830 minSpark JoyEp 119 | Minimalist Shopping Habits That Spark Joy with Sarit SelaSarit Sela, fellow KonMari Consultant, shares her favorite minimalist inspired buying and shopping strategies that can enhance your KonMari journey and help you maintain a clutter free lifestyle.
Sarit Sela is a minimalist mom, Bronze certified KonMari consultant and visual storyteller.
She is an Israeli living in Stockholm, Sweden for the last 8 years and is the founder of Minimalist Me, Her mission is to bring a creative, visual world of minimalism, scandinavian design and KonMari to her clients.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about...2020-02-1128 minSpark JoyEp 118 | KonMari Quick Tips: Apps and Tools That Spark JoyToday’s KonMari Quick Tips episode is all about tracking habits that spark joy.
Tidying is a self-care activity. But, unlike heading to the spa or grabbing a box of chocolates, your KonMari tidying event is intentionally a bit uncomfortable, launching you into a layered growth journey that extends well beyond your closet.
This is where habit tracking comes in! Once you’ve tidied A-Z, literally making thousands of decisions about all of your greatest treasures, you officially enter maintenance mode.
Post-KonMari is the perfect time to start to take a more critical look...2020-02-0424 minSpark JoyEp 114 | Vision 2020: The Power of the Board with Arika Clark AlejoArika Clark Alejo, founder of ThriveEpic, joins us to help us vision board our way into the new year!
Our first guest of 2020 is Arika Clark Alejo. Arika’s on a mission to help people be leaders in their own lives and be happy. So, while her official title is Founder and CEO of ThriveEpic, she likes to think of herself as a Chief Happiness Officer. She spreads messages that help people thrive through being a life and leadership coach, dynamic speaker and event facilitator.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning ti...2020-01-0729 min
The Happy Hour with Jamie IveyHappy Hour #277: Year in Review with Jamie and Aaron IveyAaron Ivey + Jamie Ivey2019-12-251h 00Spark JoyEncore! Ep 74 | Happiness, Joy, and Order with Gretchen RubinBestselling author Gretchen Rubin debuts her latest book, "Outer Order, Inner Calm," as we explore the intersection of happiness, joy and order.
Gretchen Rubin is one of the most influential writers on habits, happiness, and human nature. She’s the author of many books, including the New York Times bestsellers "Better Than Before" and "The Happiness Project" and she’s debuting her newest book, "Outer Order, Inner Calm" today!
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life. Find us at www.spar...2019-12-2447 minSpark JoyEncore! Ep 67 | Review of Netflix's "Tidying Up with Marie Kondo"[SPOILERS INCLUDED] We review the premiere of Netflix's original series "Tidying Up with Marie Kondo," covering episodes that sparked joy and sharing thoughts on the show from the KonMari Consultant perspective.
“Tidying Up with Marie Kondo” officially premiered on Netflix New Year’s day. Millions are watching around the world. Tidying Up is taking over Netflix at the top of year and many are getting acquainted with KonMari and falling in love with Marie Kondo. We are very pleased with show and with the response!
Joy Checks:
Karin's sleep tracker! Here are the apps s...2019-12-1047 minSpark JoyEp 113 | Best of 2019: Joyful Show Highlights + Giveaway WINNERSWelcome to the 2019 Spark Joy highlights show! Thank you again for listening and we're looking forward to sparking more joy in 2020!
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life. Find us at www.sparkjoypodcast.com and click “Ask Spark Joy” to leave a question or comment for a chance to be featured on next week’s show.
While you’re there, sign-up to join our Spark Joy podcast community and get notified when each episode airs. You can also join the Spark Jo...2019-12-0338 minSpark JoyEp 111 | Holiday Entertaining Tips That Spark Joy with Christina LustigChristina Lustig, Founder & Lead Planner of To The Nines Events, joins us to explore tips for sparking joy when it comes to holiday entertaining.
Originally from a suburb of Detroit, Christina spent 7 years in NYC working in fashion, a year in Boston and now lives in Chicago's Wicker Park with her husband, John, and dog, Drake. Christina lives basically in spreadsheets, on blogs, Pinterest, and the phone when it comes to planning her clients' big days
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Don’t forget you have until November 26 to enter our Spark Joy Giveaway. ...2019-11-1929 minSpark JoyEp 104 | Raising Kids by Trusting Your Judgement with Meghan Leahy of The Washington PostToday, we speak with Meghan Leahy; author, parenting coach and Washington Post columnist about raising your kids with confidence, patience and even joy!
Meghan Leahy is the mother of three young daughters, a certified parenting coach, and a columnist for The Washington Post, writing about all things parenting! She is the author of the upcoming book, "Parenting Outside the Lines: Forget the Rules, Tap into Your Wisdom, and Connect to Your Child."
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Don’t forget you have until November 26 to enter our Spark Joy Giveaway.
We’ll anno...2019-10-0139 minSpark JoyEp 103 | How Tidying Pays You BackCo-hosts Kristyn and Karin explore how investing in tidying up pays you back in obvious and unique ways that impact your life and your legacy.
We want you to get the most return on your investment of going on this journey with us and point out ways you can lead with gratitude and abundance.
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Don’t forget you have until November 26 to enter our Spark Joy Giveaway.
We’ll announce our winners during our “Best of” show on December 3.
Head over to sparkjoypodcast.com/reviews for inst...2019-09-2429 minSpark JoyEp 102 | How to Use Music to Boost Your Mood, Memory, and ProductivityCami Galles, singer-songwriter and performing artist, explores the fact that music is sound organized in time and universally impacts our mood, memory, and productivity in so many different ways.
Today’s guest helped us unpack how music impacts our mood, memory and productivity. Cami Galles' alluring voice is matched only by her charismatic personality. The Kansas-raised singer-songwriter spent nearly a decade in new your city cultivating grit and a unique sound before calling Chicago home. Cami’s mesmerizing delivery imbues her music with a bold empowerment, and her singular “Future Blues” style melds Blues, Pop, and Jazz with upt...2019-09-1736 minSpark JoyEp 101 | Conscious Parenting 101 with Tia FaganTia Fagan introduces us to Conscious Parenting, a philosophy that encourages parents to wake up so to speak and ask themselves "why are they trying so desperately to control their child’s destiny?"
Certified Conscious Parent Coach Tia Fagan helps parents create deeper connections, increase communication, and improve their relationships. We dive into a parenting method Oprah Winfrey called a revolutionary approach, that can change parenting as we know it. We first learned about the philosophy of Conscious Parenting while listening to OWN’s Super Soul Sunday podcast. The approach stems from the ideas of Dr. Shefali and...2019-09-1032 minSpark JoyEp 99 | Single Mom Uses KonMari to Make Room for Her Daughter to GrowSingle mom Amy DeCillo walks through how her 15 hour KonMari tidying experience impacted her family and the benefits of working with a KonMari Consultant along the way.
Amy DeCillo is a single mom of her 12 year old daughter who has some mild special needs. She works fulltime in healthcare and she’s working on an MBA in Public Health. She enjoys a good workout, organizing her home, and doing puzzles with her daughter.
Amy is one Kristyn's clients! They tidied for 15 hours together over a period of three months and she is a For the Lo...2019-08-2722 minSpark JoyEp 96 | Thoughts Create Results with Laura SwartzbaughLaura Swartzbaugh of Laura Scout Coaching shares the secret sauce to living a meaningful, engaging, and joyous life.
Laura works with female entrepreneurs who KNOW they are on the brink of success, but they can’t break through. She helps them become unstoppable, make real money, and create the business of their dreams.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life. Find us at www.sparkjoypodcast.com and click “Ask Spark Joy” to leave a question or comment for a chance to be...2019-08-0630 minSpark JoyEp 94 | KonMari Quick Tips: How to KonMari LiteToday’s Quick Tips episode will focus on a strategy for post-tidy maintenance we call KonMari Lite.
The beauty of Marie Kondo’s Method is your KonMari tidying event, when executed properly, gets you to a place where you are surrounded by only the things that spark joy. So what happens when down the road your joy changes? Your maintenance strategy may be in need of a KonMari Lite. Today we’ll walk through scenarios where KonMari Lite is appropriate after your initial tidying journey comes to an end and how to approach this transition.
Note...2019-07-2311 minSpark JoyEp 93 | Imagination Creates Reality with Jerry EmekaWho do you have to be in order to live a clutter free life? Guest Jerry Emeka joins us to share how to harness imagination and creativity while letting go of limiting beliefs.
Jerry Emeka is a keynote speaker, performer and facilitator who enjoys lighting a spark in people’s eyes. He helps you conceive the man or woman that you’re truly here to be and realize that in order to make a change in the world you must first reimagine your conception of self and hold that as if it has already happened.
We w...2019-07-1635 minSpark JoyEp 92 | Meet the Contest Winner of Netflix’s Got Joy with Marie KondoMeet Jennifer Vaughn-Estrada, a mom who won a tidying Lesson with Marie Kondo!
Our very special guest today is Jennifer Vaughn-Estrada. She currently works as a college instructor in Economics and is passionate about promoting the social, economic, and emotional wellbeing of multiracial and multiethnic individuals.
Another reason she is so special is that she was the winner of the "Got Joy" contest hosted by Netflix’s Tidying Up with Marie Kondo! She is one of the select few people on this earth who’ve experienced what it’s like to welcome Marie Kondo into their...2019-07-0938 minSpark JoyEp 91 | How to Motivate Others to Tidy UpCo-hosts Kristyn and Karin take a deep dive into how to motivate others to tidy and the importance of considering the role of others you share your space with during your KonMari tidying journey.
"Don’t force people to tidy if they don’t want to. Only when we accept unconditionally people whose values differ from our own can we really say that we have finished tidying." - Marie Kondo
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life. Find us at www...2019-07-0227 minSpark JoyEp 90 | The Evolution of Your Authentic Self with Michell DomkeMichell Domke, KonMari Consultant joins us to discuss how we can show up in the world as our authentic self every day.
Today we’ve invited Michell Domke, Ohio’s first KonMari Consultant, to explore authenticity and how we can channel, discover, and work within it during the tidying process. Michell’s currently based in Columbus and she fell in love with creating a life based on joy and wanted to support others in creating joyful lives.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has im...2019-06-2523 minSpark JoyEp 89 | Behind the Scenes with 1-800-GOT-JUNKBrian Heiser of 1-800-GOT-JUNK discusses what to do with all those big, bulky discards that just aren't going to fit into a few bags for donation.
Brian grew up in rural upstate New York. He holds two degrees in management and one in Math and Physics. Brian is a volunteer fireman on Long Island and was the Director of Operations for an electronics manufacturer for 15 years before starting the first 1-800-GOT-JUNK franchise in the New York area in 2002.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories...2019-06-1831 minSpark JoyEp 87 | KonMari Joy at Work with Christina JurgesChristina Jurges, fellow KonMari Consultant, helps us explore the intersection between KonMari and the our workplace.
Our guest, Christina Jurges takes the KonMari Method to the corporate world by coaching businesses and professionals on how to create room to grow. She helps you create an environment that fosters personal and professional development and growth by teaching you how to remove mental and physical obstacles. She helps her clients increase their creativity, focus & motivation and live their best lives.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how...2019-06-0418 minSpark JoyEp 86 | KonMari Your Friends and Relationships with Vanessa Van EdwardsVanessa Van Edwards, bestselling author of Captivate, joins us to navigate friendships and relationships that may or may not spark joy.
Vanessa Van Edwards is Lead Investigator at Science of People — where she unlocks the formulas and patterns behind human behavior for hundreds of thousands of students in over 200 countries. She is the national bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding With People, available in 14 languages around the world.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life. Find us at ww...2019-05-2830 minSpark JoyEp 84 | Joyful Living with The Design TwinsDesign Twins Heather and Heidi of Joyful Living join us to discuss their TV Show and book filled with interior design tips that spark joy.
As long as they can remember, Heather and Heidi have always had a passion for interior design mixed with a passion of writing. They love to combine these two things to tell the stories of their clients through design.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life. Find us at www.sparkjoypodcast.com and click “Ask Sp...2019-05-1436 minSpark JoyEp 83 | Buying or Selling a Home of Joy with Kim HowardKim Howard of Howard Homes Chicago helps us turn our attention from the possessions within our homes to the special relationship we have with homes we buy and sell.
Our guest Kim Howard is a top-producing Chicago real estate agent with Howard Homes Chicago – Keller Williams, that she co-founded with her husband Joe. They focus on both the city of Chicago and select suburbs, and have implemented a mindset of gratitude in their daily practice that helps them spark joy in both their personal and professional lives.
We want to hear from you! Tell us yo...2019-05-0732 minSpark JoyEp 81 | Intuition-based Decision Making + Guided Visualization Exercise with Caitlin V. NealCaitlin V. Neal, sex and relationship coach, helps us tap into the power of intuition when making minor and major decisions about our home and our life.
Our guest, Caitlin V. Neal, is a sex and relationship coach who helps men and women have the best sex of their lives. She’s based in Chicago, and works with clients all over the world on experiencing greater pleasure, knowing exactly what they want, and feeling confident in their relationships. She helps us understand how we can leverage our intuition when visualizing our tidying event and making decisions about wh...2019-04-2346 minSpark JoyEp 80 | Tidy your Mind and Cultivate your Passion with Brad StulbergBrad Stulberg, author of The Passion Paradox, turns our attention to how we can KonMari our mind and our calendars to improve our performance and more intentionally explore our interests.
Our guest today is Brad Stulberg. Brad researches, writes, and speaks on health and human performance. He is an award winning author of the new book The Passion Paradox and the bestselling book Peak Performance. Brad caught our attention when he wrote an article for Outside entitled Use the KonMari Method to Tidy Your Mind.
We want to hear from you! Tell us your burning...2019-04-1638 min
Spark JoyEp 79 | Live from New York, it's Spark Joy!Spark Joy co-hosts cover the 2019 KonMari Consultant Meetup as Marie Kondo and her team greets hundreds of certified KonMari Consultants and trainees gathering for a joyful weekend in New York City.
Exclusively for Spark Joy listeners, we are sharing special, joyful moments we captured on consultant meetup day when certified Consultants and trainees gathered in NYC from all over the world.
Marie Kondo did made multiple appearances throughout the weekend. She shared some statistics about the impact certified consultants have had on the world. We’ve officially logged over 12,000 tidying sessions, impacting 4200 clients across 30 countries....2019-04-0929 minSpark JoyEp 78 | KonMari Your Move Part 2 with Scott MarschallScott Marschall of Morgan Manhattan Moving shares tips and strategies for making your move less stressful. Listen as we combine his years of experience in the moving industry with KonMari principles.
Scott first began at Morgan Manhattan over his high school summers as a moving helper where he fell in love with the industry and its clients.
Following a career in the corporate world, he currently works in operations giving him the opportunity to work closely with all aspects of the company along the 5th generation of the Morgan family.
He says his...2019-04-0227 min