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The Thoughtful Talents ShowStrengths Applied: Managing Up & Advocating for Your Team w/ Shaina LaneIn this episode of “Strengths Applied” we invite Shaina Lane to help us to unpack the art of managing up and advocating for your team. We dive into what it really means to lead from where you are, even without formal authority. CliftonStrengths can be a powerful tool to bridge communication gaps helping to build credibility and communicate effectively between team members and leadership. Listen in for practical advice, real-life stories, and encouragement whether you're a new manager or simply trying to make a bigger impact within your team.KEY MOMENTS00:00 Intro & Welcome01:42 Celebrating Jen's Birt...2025-06-1739 min
Strengths On FireWhat If You Hate Your Strengths? with Jen WernerEver looked at your CliftonStrengths results and thought, “Ugh, I don’t like these?” You’re not alone.In this honest and energizing episode, Sarah Collins and Bill Dippel sit down with special guest Jen Werner to explore what it really takes to embrace your strengths—especially when they don’t show up the way you expected. Jen shares her personal journey from resisting her strengths to recognizing their power, and the trio dives into the messy, beautiful work of self-awareness, coaching, and growth.You’ll hear real talk about what it’s like to dislike your results, why ind...2025-06-1756 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowStrengths Applied: Equity w/ Dr. Susan MadsenIn this episode of Strengths Applied, we welcome fellow Gallup Certified Strengths Coach and Leadership Scholar, Dr. Susan Madsen, to discuss the topic of Equity. We begin with unpacking the difference between equity and equality at work—and why that difference really matters. We share powerful stories and insights about the barriers to equity in the workplace. The conversation touches on everything from our personal experiences, the roles our talents play, privilege, male allyship, to your role as a leader. Whether you're a new leader struggling with creating equity or just curious about designing more inclusive spaces, this episode off...2025-06-0353 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowStrengths Applied: Resolving Conflict w/ Florence Hardy and Jessica CowanIn this episode we welcome fellow coaches, Florence Hardy and Jessica Cowan, to talk about resolving conflict. Listen as each of us shares our individual preferences around conflict and how our strengths either help us resolve it, or sometimes get in the way. Avoiding conflict can mean staying silent when something needs to be said, so we stress the importance of perspective and using our voice, offering practical advice for one-on-one conversations. We also reflect on the manager’s role, not to fix the conflict, but to create space for resolution by setting clear goals, using their own talents to...2025-05-2053 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowStrengths Applied: Career Transitions w/ Sarah Collins and Bill DippelIn this episode of Strengths Applied, we welcome fellow strengths coaches Bill Dipple and Sarah Collins from “The Strengths on Fire Podcast” to discuss career transitions. We highlight the importance of self-awareness and leveraging personal strengths to find the right role. Each of us shares how recognizing our talents has guided our career changes and the steps we took to pivot successfully. We also discuss the importance of being true to yourself and transparent about your identity and needs. Understanding these aspects not only aids in your personal career transitions but also enhances your leadership abilities. We emphasize that leve...2025-05-061h 14
Empower Students Now100. The Art of Empowering Students: An Interview with Jen ChiecoIn this episode, Amanda welcomes Jen Chieco, a former teacher who transitioned into becoming a life purpose coach who specializes in empowering teens. They discuss Jen's teaching background, her reasons for leaving public education, and how she found her true calling through life coaching and breath work. Jen shares insights on the challenges of teaching in public schools, the importance of supportive administration, and the impact of nurturing relationships with students. They delve into breath work as a powerful tool for mental health and personal growth, and Jen offers actionable tips for both educators and students to find purpose and...2025-04-2647 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowStrengths Applied: Managing Distractions for Productivity w/ Bill Beachy and Ron CheshireIn this episode of Strengths Applied, we welcome Bill Beachy and Ron Cheshire to discuss managing distractions and the crucial roles our talents play in maintaining attention and focus. We highlight how different Strength Domains appear in this conversation, discussing the balance between personal needs and the needs of others. We emphasize advocating for those who struggle to be seen and heard, as well as the importance of advocating for your own needs. For new managers, we stress understanding oneself and leading with intention to maximize impact --- including tips to minimize distractions by prioritizing purpose and meaning within...2025-04-221h 04
The Thoughtful Talents ShowStrengths Applied: Hybrid & Remote Work w/ Michael StaffordWhat do you do when your talents don't match with your working environment?This is one of the key questions we explore in this episode with our good friend and returning guest coach, Michael Stafford from The Chapter Coach. Join us for a lively conversation about how our talents often impact our "ideal" work environments; and how a "one-size-fits-all" approach is often ineffective. We also dive into the challenges and opportunities that have reshaped our work environments since the COVID-19 pandemic. You will find practical tips for those who long to be seen and heard, regardless...2025-04-0849 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowStrengths Applied: Engaging CustomersHow can you inspire great connections with your customers?In this episode, we dive deep into the importance of customer engagement. Whether internal or external, we share a few compelling stories that highlight how our unique talents have helped us meet customer needs. We discuss strategies to connect with those who feel unseen and unheard by anticipating their needs, asking insightful questions, and drawing them in. For managers, we give actionable advice using your talents to enhance the cycle of Building Customer Engagement. Discover how your own engagement can inspire and empower others. 2025-03-2540 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowStrengths Applied: Entrepreneurship w/ Bill BeachyIn this episode of Strengths Applied, we welcome Bill Beachy of the Beachy Group to discuss our personal journeys in entrepreneurship and the crucial role our talents have played. Fueled by our strengths and passions, we share how these have been instrumental in our success. We redefine entrepreneurship to include passion, and aiming to help others be seen and heard. Emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, we also explore how new managers can leverage this awareness to lead effectively and inspire their teams -- especially inside new startups.KEY MOMENTS00:00 Live out your...2025-03-1143 min
Writers Unblocked: Inspiration Interview SeriesA love of Broadway and Horror - Actor Jen WernerProfessional stage actor Jen Werner sits down and tells us her origin story, where her love for the theater comes from, and why horror is the greatest genre today! Get ready, Scream fans. FULL INTERVIEW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/writerreacts/membershipTo follow Jen's work:https://www.youtube.com/@UCzutHhquFXfIRF1xsWaIsiA https://www.youtube.com/@UCxSiVr0gT-k4nVOji-04p4A https://www.youtube.com/@UCQAKeoAFARa4PKFOvXFBz8g https://www.youtube.com/@UC1SEYvZH2FnU4KCb7ssvV-A https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBeardedEntertainment2025-02-0819 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowBest Friend at WorkWhat does it mean to have a "best friend" at work? And why is it so important?In this episode, we explore the significance of the 'Best Friend at work' concept as highlighted in the Gallup Q12 Engagement Assessment. As we share our personal experiences, we also look at the relevant statistics, and discuss key traits of a "best friend." We also provide insights on leveraging individual talents to find, foster, and nurture such friendships, and offer guidance for managers seeking to build supportive environments for workplace friendships.KEY MOMENTS00:29 The Importance...2024-12-2355 min
Beyond The ZeroEnd of Year Special Part 4Featuring :
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WSLR NewsWSLR News Wed., Dec. 4: PGT layoffs; FPL storm rate hike; John Nichols; Sarasota abandons downtown streetThe week before Thanksgiving, amid what still looks like a boom for window and door makers, local manufacturer PGT Innovations laid off 225 workers in Tampa, and then another 150 in Venice. The layoffs came after PGT was taken over by Miter Brands, a Pennsylvania-based company. Johannes Werner talked to one Venice worker who says he and his wife lost their jobs the same day.The newly constituted Sarasota City Commission went through a test on Monday. That test came about when Commissioner Jen Ahearn-Koch made a motion to take back a vote the outgoing commission made a...2024-12-0436 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowFeedbackFeedback, similar to recognition, plays an essential role in encouraging improved employee performance. When delivered effectively, feedback works to unlock an employee's full potential. Unfortunately, many leaders and team members are using outdated approaches, and offering feedback too infrequently to make a difference.In this episode, we share data-informed approaches that can drastically improve your feedback -- and your results. We explore the importance of normalizing frequent feedback, the role our talents & strengths play, and why building a culture of peer-to-peer feedback is under-estimated but becoming more important into today's workplace. Feedback should go beyond simply...2024-11-1950 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowRecognitionCreating Meaningful Employee RecognitionRecognition plays an important role in engagement in the workplace. Getting recognition right will boost morale, while generic or incorrect recognition can lead to demotivation and disengagement. It is key to acknowledge individuals for their unique efforts. This personalized and specific recognition makes employees feel valued and appreciated. In this episode we draw on extensive research by Gallup, explore the analogous "5 Love Languages" model, and define the differences between feedback, praise, and recognition. This episode is ideal if you are a leader -- or teammate -- who wants to ma...2024-11-0541 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowSetting Individual Expectations and Job CraftingUnderstanding and clearly defining expectations is key for employees and teams to thrive. One effective way to achieve this is by revising and co-defining job descriptions with each team member. By incorporating Strengths-based discussions, we can empower employees to do more of what they do best. Listen in as we explore how leaders and individual contributors can expand their conversations, job craft individual roles, align tasks with strengths, and change out annual reviews for professional development conversations. [1:30] Job Responsibilities & Expectations: The stats[3:19] The problem with assumptions[10:00]Job descriptions - review, revisit & co-define o...2024-10-2947 min
Creative Distillation69: Jennifer & Dev Jennings (Alberta): Prosecco and The Gender Gap in Entrepreneurial ConfidenceHere’s another episode from the Reversing the Arrow Conference, held at Boulder’s beautiful Chautauqua Park in June 2024. This time, Brad and Jeff speak with Jennifer and Dev Jennings. Both are professors in the Department of Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Management at the University of Alberta’s School of Business. They also happen to be the first married couple to appear on Creative Distillation.
While enjoying a crisp Prosecco on the porch of the Chautauqua Mission House, Jen and Dev talk about a paper they’ve co-written which looks at how starting a business with one’s romantic partner tends to lead to...2024-10-1741 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowEmployee EngagementEmployee Engagement is crucial for success. Engaged employees drive profitability, productivity, and employee wellbeing. Organizations with high engagement levels experience lower absenteeism, turnover, theft, and defects.[1:00] Staggering Stats about Employee Engagement[4:35] Engagement, Wellbeing & Focus on Strengths[7:50] The trouble with disengagement[10:45]Satisfaction is not equal to Engagement[13:50]Setting Expectations to boost Engagement[17:50]A sneak peak at the role of Recognition[20:18] Strengths to boost Employee Engagement[29:10]What can Leaders do? Ask, Listen & Act![39:10]Leaders Engagement & Strengths Impact[44:10]Every Interaction is an Opportunity[46:00]Economic Engine & Professional DevelopmentRESOURCES:Gallup's State of the G...2024-09-2451 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowSetting Boundaries & Work-Life BalanceHow do you integrate your work-life with your family, community, and personal interests? If you're a leader, how are you supporting your team members' work-life integration?Proper work-life balance - or integration - is crucial for professional success and personal well-being...and setting and maintaining appropriate boundaries is key. In this episode, we explore how understanding your personal values, talents, and needs is essential to establishing healthy boundaries. In doing so, you can find your desired fit for work-life integration. [0:42] Defining values to set boundaries[2:11] Statistics about ‘Work-Life Balance’[5:38] The trouble with loose bounda...2024-09-1041 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowStrengths & BurnoutExperiencing Burnout? Feeling useless, exhausted, cynical, and full of negative attitudes towards your job? Let's dive into what Burnout is, the ineffective methods, root causes, and preventive strategies. [1:05] W.H.O. definition of burnout[1:58] Statistics and the impact on performance & health[4:43] Gallup research suggests ‘root causes’ of burnout & the chronic condition[7:50] Our half-efforts aren’t working, what does?[11:31] PREVENTION: Know your warning signs to catch it early[13:50] If your plate is too full the solution is not a bigger plate[16:00] Examples of CliftonStrengths® and burnout. Pause, pivot & reframe[20:38] Strengths in overdrive leading to burnout[26:00] Strengths leading to the bur...2024-08-2745 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowTrustTrust is the number one need leaders must fulfill for their followers. Yet, research from Gallup and other organizations show more and more employees aren't trusting their leaders. So what can leaders and people-managers do differently, and how can they capitalize on their unique talents? Listen in as we explore the data, trust's importance, and offer our suggestions. [0:34] The stats - Trust in leadership is faltering & how trust impacts employee retention. [2:26] Uncovering behaviors of employees without trust, the impact on teams, and building trust with open, vulnerable communication.[5:42] Lead with positive intent - extend trust before you...2024-08-1334 min
Not As Crazy As You Think PodcastThe A.W.A.R.E. Project and Crisis Taking Center Stage, with Crisis Counselor, Carlito Cabelin (S6 E3)In the episode, “The A.W.A.R.E. Project and Crisis Taking Center Stage, with Crisis Counselor, Carlito Cabelin (S6 E3),” Carlito shares his personal journey on both sides of the mental health system. After his own positive experience in an outpatient program after a personal crisis, Carlito does not prosecute the system, but rather sheds light on what interactions with program and staff actually work and provide healing. As an Employee-ownership industry executive, he balances his time as a NJ Certified Disaster Crisis Counselor and Mental Health Peer Support coach. Now, as a first responder for p...2024-08-061h 06
The Thoughtful Talents ShowSetting Team Expectations & Key GoalHow can leaders help their teams be productive and engaged? In this episode we explore the importance of establishing clear shared team expectations and focusing on a singular key goal.Based on current research by Gallup, only 47% of people know what's expected of them at work. At the same time, research by TeamStage indicates that more than 75% of employees strongly agree that collaboration is essential for team and organizational success. So what can leaders do to bridge this gap? [0:50] Stats regarding expectations, teamwork and collaboration. [2:30] The importance of a singular goal...2024-07-3039 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowSeason 2 TrailerWe had so much fun with our first season, we are back again for more!Enjoy this brief trailer episode where we introduce what we're going to talk about this season.Remember to follow and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes.YOUR HOSTS: Jen Werner @ Jen Werner Coaching Facebook | LinkedIn | WebsiteJen’s Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Responsibility | Achiever | Belief | Deliberative | Activator Chad Ahern @ Talent and Teams Consulting LinkedIn | WebsiteChad’s Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Learner | Deliberative | Responsibility | Harmony | Analytic...2024-07-0901 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowBONUS: Gallup @ Work Summit 2024 RecapOn this bonus episode of The Thoughtful Talents Show, we share our highlights from the 2024 Gallup at Work Summit in Omaha, Nebraska. Again this year, we have entirely too much content to share it all but did want to share a few quick takeaways. If you want to know more, please reach out to us (contact info below), we love to talk all things #cliftonstrengths and #engagement. Key Moments (approximate) 01:00 Chad and Jen share their Overall Experience 04:00 Highlights from a few of the Keynote Speakers: Gordon Gee, President of the University of West Virginia; Kirsten Kru...2024-07-021h 24
Everything Theater PodcastThe Dinner Detective - Murder MysteryMurder is afoot at The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show, playing nation wide! We chat with Jen Werner, an actor at the Albany branch of The Dinner Detective, about an interactive evening full of code names, hilarity, delicious food, fun clues, and of course... murder! Can you solve the crime by the time you finish dessert? https://www.thedinnerdetective.com/albany/ This episode is sponsored by Harbinger Theater's production of "The Squirrels"2024-06-2526 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowSeason 1 Wrap ShowIt's a wrap! In this episode we: celebrate YOU, our listeners; share some data about how far our message has gone; and have all our guest coaches back to share a quick, powerful insight from their respective past episode(s). May their insights inspire you to go back and listen (or re-listen) to episodes you might have missed. We are deeply grateful for everyone who downloaded episodes from our first season. We hope this season has helped you understand your unique talents and improved your relationships at work, at home, and in your community.2024-04-3031 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowIncluder®️ (w/ Florence Hardy and Shaina Lane)Do you long to make others feel valued and included? On this episode of The Thoughtful Talents Show, e2grow & Gallup Certified Strengths Coaches Florence Hardy and Shaina Lane share their insights on the CliftonStrengths® Includer® talent theme. We learn those with Includer talents are great at building community and creating meaningful connections with others. They have a keen awareness of when others are feeling left out, and regularly use their ability to make others feel comfortable, heard, valued, and ultimately put them at ease. Florence and Shaina highlight how their Includ...2024-04-091h 01
The Thoughtful Talents ShowDiscipline®️ (w/ Kristen O'Shea and Ron Cheshire)Is your life organized for maximum efficiency? On this episode we welcome e2grow & Gallup Certified Strengths Coaches Kristen O’Shea and Ron Cheshire to explore with us the CliftonStrengths® Discipline® talent theme. They share how their Discipline talents allow them to plan resources such as time & energy for maximum efficiency and effectiveness. Setting routines and creating structure helps to reduce the cognitive load, allowing them to not waste precious resources on the day-to-day mundane duties. They often like to lend their talents to others, helping them to get organized. The help us understand that many...2024-03-2646 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowSelf Assurance® (w/ Dr. Jan Peters and Maureen Rabotin)Do you regularly trust your gut instincts?On this episode we explore the CliftonStrengths® Self-Assurance® talent theme with Gallup Certified Strengths Coaches, Dr. Jan Peters and Maureen Rabotin. Jan and Maureen share how their Self-Assurance talents provide them an internal direction and a general sense of 'I've got this’ in the face of uncertainty. Unlike some of the other influencing themes we’ve explored, this theme is not interested in comparisons. We learn this talent theme brings an energy and passion that helps them make decisions easily and move the project forward. Due to their strong presence, they s...2024-03-121h 05
The Thoughtful Talents ShowSignificance® (w/ Sam Berg and Amy Shuman)Do you want to make a difference and leave a lasting impact? On this episode of The Thoughtful Talents Show we explore the CliftonStrengths® Significance® talent theme with Gallup-Certified Strengths Coaches, Amy Shuman and Samantha Berg.Amy and Sam share their personal insights on how their Significance theme drives them to create a legacy that impacts everyone. This influencing theme helps them to read the room and understand the impact they and others are making. They are also energized to take charge and stand in the spotlight, making the greatest impact possible.Feedback and...2024-03-0554 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowCommand® (w/ Petchell Luepke and Kevin Thiele)Do you yearn for a good challenge? Do you regularly step-up and take charge?In this episode, we are joined by Kevin Thiele and Petchell Luepke, both Gallup-Certified Strengths Coaches, to shine the spotlight on the CliftonStrengths® Command® talent theme Command. Petchell and Kevin speak about how their Command theme drives them to tackle challenges head-on...unafraid of confrontation. Rather than avoiding differences in opinion, they use their direct approach to explain their viewpoint, and then help others gain a new perspective or find clarity. While this theme can tend to come on stro...2024-02-1358 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowIdeation® (w/ Louann McCurdy and Bill Beachy)Do you get excitement through generating ideas and sharing with others? Do you see limitless possibilities?On this episode, we put the spotlight on the CliftonStrengths® Ideation® talent theme. Joining us to share personal insights are two fellow e2grow and Gallup-Certified Strengths Coaches -- Louann McCurdy and Bill Beachy. With Ideation® in their top 5, Louann and Bill provide excellent examples of how Ideation® talents shows up for them, and how others might come to understand this theme.Listen and learn how this energizing Strategic Thinking talent shines within each of our guests. With both guest...2024-01-3059 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowIntellection (w/ Marjonne van den Hout and Henk Westerveld)Do you find you need, and enjoy, time alone thinking? Do you struggle to engage with a team member who's always "in their head?"If so, then this episode of The Thoughtful Talents Show is for you as we spotlight the CliftonStrengths® Intellection® talent theme. To help us understand this theme we invited fellow e2grow & Gallup Certified Strengths Coaches, Marjonne van den Hout & Henk Westerveld to join us for a conversation.Henk & Marjonne share with us how this theme is driven by the idea that “thinking is doing.” It is activity all to itself. It's a...2024-01-161h 09
Beyond The ZeroEnd of Year Special Part 3
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The Thoughtful Talents ShowFocus® (w/ Amy Shuman)Does quickly changing direction feel to you like a train about to go off-the-rails?In this episode we are spotlighting the CliftonStrengths Focus® talent theme. Joining us to share her personal insights is fellow Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, Amy Shuman. With Focus® in her top 5, Amy shares some excellent examples of how this theme shows up for her.During our conversation with Amy, we hear how::she uses her Focus® talents to produce extraordinary results in intense bursts of action; and how the pace can look a little different from those with Achiever® tale...2023-12-051h 02
The Thoughtful Talents ShowContext® (w/ Katie Christensen)Do you find you think back to past experiences or challenges to inform your way forward? Are you “contexting” as Katie would say?Today on The Thoughtful Talents show we spotlight the CliftonStrengths Context® talent theme. Joining us to share her personal insights is fellow e2grow and Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, Katie Christensen. With Context® in her top 5, Katie shares some excellent examples of how this theme shows up for her...and might show up in others!Learning from Katie, we hear how she uses her Context® talents to inform the decisions for her fut...2023-11-211h 01
The Thoughtful Talents ShowRestorative® (w/ Jessica Cowan and Kevin Fallon)Do you love to solve problems, is it easy for you to see what’s wrong and find it energizing to ‘fix’ it?Today on The Thoughtful Talents Show we are spotlighting the CliftonStrengths® Restorative® talent theme. We’ve invited our guests fellow Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach Kevin Fallon and e2grow & Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach Jessica Cowan to share with us insights into their Restorative® talents. Kevin and Jessica share with us how their Restorative® talent loves to bring to light the problems they see and be part of fixing them. Seeing the issues is easy for t...2023-11-071h 14
The Thoughtful Talents ShowCompetition® (w/ Samantha Berg & Kevin Thiele)Do you constantly compare yourself to others? Is coming in second place not an option for you?Today on the Thoughtful Talents show we are spotlighting the CliftonStrengths® Competition® talent theme. We’ve invited our guests -- fellow e2grow and Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach Kevin Thiele and Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach Samantha "Sam" Berg to share with us insights into their Competition® talent. Sam and Kevin share with us how their Competition® theme drives them to be #1 at everything they do. Perhaps you’ve heard the saying ‘comparison is the thief of joy’, but for our guest...2023-10-241h 08
The Thoughtful Talents ShowStrategic® (w/ Cindy Butts and Louann McCurdy)Does coming upon obstacles energize you? Are you continually thinking of a new path? Can you easily spot the patterns that arise? Today on the Thoughtful Talents show we are spotlighting the CliftonStrengths® Strategic® talent theme. Joining us to share personal insights are two fellow e2grow and Gallup-Certified Strengths Coaches -- Cindy Butts and Louann McCurdy. With Strategic® in their top 5, Cindy and Louann provide excellent examples of how Strategic® talents shows up for them...and how others might come to understand this theme.Listen and learn how this powerful Strategic Thinking talent is similar...2023-10-171h 06
The Thoughtful Talents ShowArranger® (w/ Katarina Razmovski and Marisol von Appen)Do you easily see the best ways for things to be organized? Regardless of work or home life, you naturally can get all the pieces to fit just right to be the most efficient and get stuff done. In this week’s episode, we welcome Katarina Razmovski and Marisol von Appen, both e2grow and Gallup Certified Strengths coaches, to talk with us about the CliftonStrengths Arranger® talent theme. Our conversation explores what having Arranger® looks like within their top 5 and the ways it leads to their personal success and how it can help teams achieve...2023-10-101h 16
The Thoughtful Talents ShowConnectedness (w/ Jessica Cowan and Carolyn Grant)Do you believe there is a reason or purpose to everything, that we are connected in some way? There are no accidents or coincidences. In today’s episode, fellow Gallup and Certified coaches, Carolyn Grant and Jessica Cowan, share insights about the CliftonStrengths Connectedness® talent theme. With Connectedness® in their Top 5, our guests share how their talents allow them to easily see and make connections between people, thoughts, and ideas, even help others to understand how the past, present, and future are connected. Both coaches share how tough it was to ‘deconstruct’ Connectedness as a theme as it is a...2023-10-031h 21
Moonbase Theta, OutMTO Season 4 – Episode 20: “Moonbase Theta, Out” – EPILOGUEThree months after the broadcast from Base Theta (and beyond), we see how the world has been affected. Transcript here: https://monkeymanproductions.com/2023/09/mto-s4-e20-transcript/Thank you for listening to the last full episode of Moonbase Theta, Out, featuring what I think is our largest cast ever - Evan Tess Murray, Serena Rahal, Corey Spruill, Tom Zalatnai, Robin Regalado, Becca Marcus, Tal Minear, Dalia Ramahi, Leslie Gideon, Cat Blackard, Cass McPhee, M.J. Bailey, Tau Zaman, David S. Dear, Anjali Kunapaneni, Dallas Wheatley, Sarah Rhea Werner, Hazel Stapp, Shereen Lani Younes...2023-10-0144 min
Not As Crazy As You Think PodcastThe Vision and Voice of Janet Werner: The Documentary, the Movie, the Movement (S5, E14)In the episode, "The Vision and Voice of Janet Werner: The Documentary, the Movie, the Movement (S5, E14)," Janet joins the show to share her message on spiritual emergencies shedding light on the spiritual side of mental health, and specifically, the spiritually transformative experiences that often get misdiagnosed as mental illness.Forty-four years ago while in her master’s degree program Janet had an astonishing mystical experience which turned into a spiritual emergency and resulted in being misdiagnosed as Bipolar, involuntarily hospitalized and required to take Lithium against her will. Twenty-five years later in 2005, Janet had another sp...2023-09-271h 39
The Thoughtful Talents ShowFuturistic® w/ Ron Cheshire and Bill BeachyAre you excited by opportunities to find a new way, envision what could be, think about what is to come? For those with Futuristic talents, this is not a once-in-a-while exercise but a daily, continuous activity. In today’s episode we welcome Bill Beachy and Ron Cheshire to the podcast to share with us their personal insights about the CliftonStrengths talent theme, Futuristic. Bill and Ron share with us how their Futuristic talents’ ability to look ahead, impacts their decision making for today. In their lives, it even helps them inform their “why...2023-08-151h 13
The Thoughtful Talents ShowMaximizer® (w/ Susan Gordon and Michael Stafford)Do you find yourself always striving to be ‘the best’, to put forth the best work, perhaps even a drive to improve everything you see & touch? Chances are you have high Maximizer® talents. In today’s episode we are honored to share insights about the CliftonStrengths Maximizer® talent theme from two fellow coaches, Michael Stafford and Susan Gordon. With the Maximizer® theme in their Top 5, Michael and Susan share the ways they use their talents to MAXIMIZE success. They also help explain the difference between those with Competition®, who strive to WIN, vs, those with Maximizer® who...2023-07-181h 20
The Thoughtful Talents ShowCommunication® (w/ Damian Zikakis & Brea Roper)Are you a storyteller, are you energized and inspired by stories and sharing them with others?In today’s episode we are back with fellow coaches Brea Roper and Damian Zikakis to learn about the CliftonStrengths Communication® talent theme. Brea and Damian share with us how this Influencing talent helps them get the message out and the difference between Communication® as a talent versus communication as a skill. As we listen, we gain a deeper understanding of the motivation of this theme is sharing a message. We learned those high in Communication® can use t...2023-07-051h 20
The Thoughtful Talents ShowGallup at Work Summit 2023 Recap SpecialWe bring to you this special episode of the Thoughtful Talent Show highlighting some of our favorites from the 2023 Gallup at Work Summit. We have entirely too much content to share it all here, if you want to know more, please reach out to us (contact info below), we love to talk all things #CliftonStrengths and #EmployeeEngagement. TIME STAMPS (approximate)[01:20] Chad and Jen share their Overall Experience[07:30] Highlights from a few of the Keynote Speakers: Jeremy Pietrocini - Senior Consultant, Gallup; Jon Clifton - CEO, Gallup; Arianna Huffington – Founder and CEO, Thrive; Jim Harter - Chief D...2023-06-201h 01
The Thoughtful Talents ShowWoo® (w/ Brea Roper and Cindy Butts)Stranger? No way! A stranger is a friend I haven’t met yet!In today's episode we welcome fellow e2grow and Gallup Certified Strength coaches Brea Roper and Cindy Butts to talk to us about the CliftonStrengths Woo® talent theme. Brea and Cindy bring a strong social energy to our conversation, showing us the power and influence of Woo® talents.Listen as they describe how those with Woo® talents need and desire to meet and connect with new people every single day. They share that these interactions can be as easy as a few mo...2023-06-131h 18
The Thoughtful Talents ShowAdaptability® (w/ Marisol von Appen and Josh Winter)Are you a ‘here and now’ person who isn’t easily flustered by change or being pulled in multiple directions? It is possible you have high #Adaptability talents. In today’s episode we dive deep into the CliftonStrengths talent theme Adaptability®. Here to share their personal insights are two fellow e2grow and Gallup-Certified coaches, Josh Winter and Marisol von Appen. With Adaptability® within their Top 5, our guests share how this theme allows them to be flexible in times of change, instead of being upset by the change they actually thrive within these types of environments.2023-05-161h 31
The Thoughtful Talents ShowPositivity® (w/ Gina Brennan)Do you see the good in every situation? Can you find the light amidst all the darkness? Are you eternally hopeful? In today’s episode we are back with fellow e2grow and Clifton Strengths Certified Coach Gina Brennan from Coach My Strengths to learn about the CliftonStrengths talent theme, Positivity®. Gina shares with us her natural feelings of hopefulness and her ability to see the good in everything! As we listen to Gina share with us how this talent theme uniquely shows up for her, we hear her optimism, her unapolo...2023-04-1157 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowInput® (w/ Damian Zikakis and Michael Stafford)Are you a collector? Do you struggle to ‘get rid of things’ because someday they may be useful -- to you or someone you know? In today’s episode we are back with fellow coaches Damian Zikakis and Michael Stafford to learn about the CliftonStrengths Input® talent theme. Our guests share with us how this Strategic Thinking theme energizes them through the collection of knowledge, things, and even people. As you'll hear from our guests, this talent them has the ability to take in, or collect, a breadth of information, and can then so...2023-03-281h 22
The Thoughtful Talents ShowDeveloper® (w/ guests Carolyn Grant and Susan Gordon)Are you energized by seeing the growth and development of others? Do you regularly reach out to help those in need? Is it your belief that mistakes and failure are not to be ashamed of but rather normal parts of learning and growth? In today’s episode we are honored to share insights about the CliftonStrengths talent theme Developer® from two fellow Gallup-Certified coaches, Carolyn Grant and Susan Gordon. With Developer® in their Top 5, our guest share how their strong Developer talents allow them to see potential, and without ulterior motives, reflect back what they see to enc...2023-03-141h 14
The Thoughtful Talents ShowIndividualization (w/ guests Michael Stafford & Kevin Fallon)Do you yearn to discover the unique qualities about others? Do you regularly get ‘the perfect gift’ for a friend, colleague, or family member? In today’s episode we spotlight fellow coaches Kevin Fallon and Michael Stafford to learn about the CliftonStrengths Individualization® talent theme. Kevin and Michael share with us how this Relationship Building theme allows them to see others' value, and how finding & knowing the uniqueness of the individual energizes them.Listen and gain understanding that this theme has a bias towards customization. We learn that those with high Individualization talents need to h...2023-02-281h 14
The Thoughtful Talents ShowEmpathy® (w/ guest Chris Heinz)Are you naturally intuitive, can you feel emotions others are feeling, do you regularly sense the emotions of individuals within moments of entering a room? In today’s episode, we give up the spotlight to fellow Gallup Certified Strengths Coach Chris Heinz, to talk about the CliftonStrengths talent theme Empathy®. With Empathy® talents in his Top 5, Chris provides us an insight into how his talents help him be successful in relationships with others, being able to ‘dial in’ to what is important, anticipate the needs and emotions of others, how the message may be interpreted as well as...2023-02-141h 02
The Thoughtful Talents ShowRelator® (w/ guests Michael Stafford and Damian Zikakis)In today’s episode, we share the spotlight with fellow coaches, Damian Zikakis and Michael Stafford, as we discuss the CliftonStrengths Relator® talent theme. Damian and Michael share insights into how their Relator® talents have helped them build deep & meaningful relationships with others. As they share with us their personal use we hear a longing for relationship with others and a sense of loyalty to those they hold close. You'll also hear how their Relator® talents have influenced their lives, how it has helped, and ways it has challenged them. This conversation goes "deep" as we explore...2023-01-311h 07
Trivia With Budds10 Trivia Questions on NBA, Baking, Action Movies, and more for Steve!Tiffany reached out to me and asked for a special surprise episode for her husband Steve! Steve loves Star Wars, Bassoons, and lots of other great topics, so enjoy this episode Steve! And enjoy doing your special silly dance to the intro song, family! Support the show by grabbing some swag! Trivia books, shirts, & more! Fact of the Day: The filmmaker Werner Herzog ate maggots to coach the actor Christian Bale, who had to eat them for a scene in the 2006 movie “Rescue Dawn.” THE FIRST TRIVIA QUESTION STARTS AT 02:16 2023-01-2309 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowConsistency®"Fairness is giving all people the treatment they earn and deserve. It doesn't mean treating everyone alike." - John Wooden, legendary UCLA Men's basketball coachIn today’s episode we discuss the roles our Consistency® talents have played in our lives and why we believe these talents make us stable, predictable, and trustworthy. As we dig to get to the bottom of the motivation of this theme we find a common thread – fairness.Key notes from today’s episode:As a teammate, realize the gift of your Consistency® talents, it is ok to be the...2023-01-1759 min
The Thoughtful Talents ShowAnalytical®“In God we trust. All others must bring data” – W. Edwards Deming In today’s episode, we look through the analytical lens at the CliftonStrengths® talent theme of Analytical®. Chad shares with us how having this strategic thinking theme has been a key ingredient in his success and how it has helped him aid others when making important decisions. As Chad shares how this theme shows up for him personally, we notice a drive for accuracy and a curiosity driven to validate ideas are common among those we’ve coached with high Analytical® tale...2022-12-221h 10
The Thoughtful Talents ShowActivator® (with guest Adam Mustoe)Do you feel an impatience for inaction or are you eager to get things started?In today’s episode we welcome fellow Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, Adam Mustoe, to talk about the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Activator®. Jen and Adam share with us how having this influencing theme in their top 5 has aided their personal success, their ability to engage and motivate others, and how they appropriately focus and manage their "emotional intensity.". A common thread among those with high Activator® talents is a feeling of "you can’t succeed if you don’t...2022-12-0651 min
Dumb LoveRERUN: Episode 87This is a Red Clay rerun of one of our favorite episodes-- Episode 87: One Million Dollar Minimum
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks begin their big Valentine's Day episode with quickies about a botched murder for hire and a botched cheating lure.
Jen tells the true crime story of Werner Hartmann and Sally shares the beautiful true love story of Anthony and Marisa Pedatella.
They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (adult braces) and things they love (RuPaul's Drag Race and their listeners).
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The Thoughtful Talents ShowHarmony®What comes to mind when you hear the word ‘harmony’? Is it communal “kumbaya,” or is it about actionable consensus?In this episode we explore the CliftonStrengths talent theme Harmony®: discussing some of the assumptions, perceptions – and misperceptions – of this theme; dive into the ways we have witnessed this talent at work in others we have coached, and; provide ideas and insights to appreciate and support those with Harmony® talents. We also highlight the battle of the overused, underused, or just right application of these talents. Given that Chad has Harmony® in his Top 5 CliftonStrengths, he shares some pract...2022-11-1556 min