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Belly Dance AlchemyS4 Ep 4 - Managing the Emotional Side of Layoffs + Job InstabilityCompanies laying off employees is anything but rare nowadays. But that doesn't make it any easier to deal with if you're at risk of losing your job or just found out you're now unemployed.In our last episode we discussed practical steps you can take to manage the logistics of getting laid off. In this episode, we're discussing the wide variety of emotions that happen when you're dealing with job loss. Let's learn some ways to cope with the loss of identity, confidence, friendships, and stability that may come with losing your job. Things will get b...2023-06-2128 min
Career SpeakeasyS4 Ep 4 - Managing the Emotional Side of Layoffs + Job InstabilityCompanies laying off employees is anything but rare nowadays. But that doesn't make it any easier to deal with if you're at risk of losing your job or just found out you're now unemployed.In our last episode we discussed practical steps you can take to manage the logistics of getting laid off. In this episode, we're discussing the wide variety of emotions that happen when you're dealing with job loss. Let's learn some ways to cope with the loss of identity, confidence, friendships, and stability that may come with losing your job. Things will get b...2023-06-2128 minCareer SpeakeasyS4 Ep3: Managing Job Loss + Instability SuccessfullyThe news today says that yet another company has announced layoffs.Layoffs have become such a standard operating practice for companies nowadays that there's corporate-speak to talk about them: RIFs (Reductions In Force), Rightsizing (yeesh), Corporate Outplacing (wow). But calling it something different doesn't make it any easier to deal with if you're at risk of losing your job.However, there are practical steps you can take to manage the changes that happen if you're losing your job or are concerned that you might. In this episode, we discuss the things to focus on when yo...2023-04-2442 minBelly Dance AlchemyS4 Ep3: Managing Job Loss + Instability SuccessfullyThe news today says that yet another company has announced layoffs.Layoffs have become such a standard operating practice for companies nowadays that there's corporate-speak to talk about them: RIFs (Reductions In Force), Rightsizing (yeesh), Corporate Outplacing (wow). But calling it something different doesn't make it any easier to deal with if you're at risk of losing your job.However, there are practical steps you can take to manage the changes that happen if you're losing your job or are concerned that you might. In this episode, we discuss the things to focus on when yo...2023-04-2443 minCareer SpeakeasyS4 Ep 2: Stress Is Trying To Murder YouNo, that's not hyperbole. Stress really is trying to murder you. This episode is all about stress: what it is, how it affects our brains and bodies. But it's not all doom and gloom, because yes, beloved listeners, we also brainstorm some ways to reduce your stress. Show that murdering jerk who's boss! By relaxing. And other stuff.Want to share something that's worked for you? Let me know! Email me at careerspeakeasy@gmail.comDo your goals include getting a new job this year, but your resume stinks? Sign up today for my online resume co...2023-03-2426 minBelly Dance AlchemyS4 Ep 2: Stress Is Trying To Murder YouNo, that's not hyperbole. Stress really is trying to murder you. This episode is all about stress: what it is, how it affects our brains and bodies. But it's not all doom and gloom, because yes, beloved listeners, we also brainstorm some ways to reduce your stress. Show that murdering jerk who's boss! By relaxing. And other stuff.Want to share something that's worked for you? Let me know! Email me at bellydancealchemypodcast@gmail.comDo your goals include getting a new (less stressful) job this year, but your resume stinks? Sign up today for my online...2023-03-2426 minBelly Dance AlchemyS4 Ep 1: Goal Subtraction (Huh?)If you're anything like me, by mid-February you've already fallen off the wagon with some (or all!) of your new goals or New Year's Resolutions. It happens. But instead of beating ourselves up for not being as disciplined as we should, let's consider a new way of looking at goal achievement - Goal Subtraction. What's that? Giving up on my goals? But how would I achieve anything? Oh my lovelies, take a listen and find out!Like this idea? Want to share something that's worked for you? Let me know! Email me at bellydancealchemypodcast@gmail.com2023-02-1422 minCareer SpeakeasyS4 Ep 1: Goal Subtraction (Huh?)If you're anything like me, by mid-February you've already fallen off the wagon with some (or all!) of your new goals or New Year's Resolutions. It happens. But instead of beating ourselves up for not being as disciplined as we should, let's consider a new way of looking at goal achievement - Goal Subtraction. What's that? Giving up on my goals? But how would I achieve anything? Oh my lovelies, take a listen and find out!Like this idea? Want to share something that's worked for you? Let me know! Email me at careerspeakeasy@gmail.com...2023-02-1422 minCareer SpeakeasyS3 Ep 5: A Little Spark of GratitudeI'm so grateful for you! And to say thanks for listening, here's a quick episode sharing some inspiring quotes about gratitude.Subscribe to our mailing list at kellinottingham.comFollow the podcast on Instagram @careerspeakeasyWe also have a Youtube channel with more content! If you want to grow your professional skills, either 1:1 or through workshops at your company or organization, let's chat! For a 30-minute complimentary consultation, email me at kelli.nottingham@gmail.com, go to Kellinottingham.com, or reach out to me on LinkedIn, so we can see if I'm...2022-11-2308 minCareer SpeakeasyS3 Ep 4: Finding Our Value Outside of Work Pt 2 with Kristin ChesnuttIn Part 2 of our first Career Speakeasy Chat, I talk with Kristin Chesnutt, a friend, former colleague, instructional designer, and book lover about the challenges of finding our value outside of our work/title, the importance of appreciating work no matter the "corporate ladder" level, and some books she recommends (along with a lot of other great insights!) Prefer to watch us talking to each other? Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/vzTLjl4GvJAKristin's recommended books:Laziness Does Not Exist by Devon Price PhDBurnout: The Secret to Unlocking th...2022-11-1621 minBelly Dance AlchemyS3 Ep 4 - Finding Our Value Outside of Work with Kristin Chesnutt - Part 1In Part 1 of our first Belly Dance Alchemy Duet, I talk with Kristin Chesnutt, a friend, former colleague, instructional designer, and book lover about the challenges of finding our value outside of our work/title, the importance of appreciating work no matter the "corporate ladder" level, and some books she recommends (along with a lot of other great insights!) Part 2 coming to your ears soon!Kristin's recommended books:Laziness Does Not Exist by Devon Price PhDBurnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski, PhD and Amelia Nagoski, DMA2022-10-2034 minCareer SpeakeasyS3 Ep 3 - Finding Our Value Outside of Work with Kristin Chesnutt - Part 1In Part 1 of our first Career Speakeasy Chat, I talk with Kristin Chesnutt, a friend, former colleague, instructional designer, and book lover about the challenges of finding our value outside of our work/title, the importance of appreciating work no matter the "corporate ladder" level, and some books she recommends (along with a lot of other great insights!) Part 2 coming to your ears soon!Prefer to watch us talking to each other? Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/vzTLjl4GvJAKristin's recommended books:Laziness Does Not Exist by Devon Price PhD...2022-10-1932 minBelly Dance AlchemyS3 Ep 3: Quiet Quitting Isn't The AnswerIf you haven't heard the term "quiet quitting" yet, it's all over social media recently. What does it look like? Well, it doesn't mean quitting your job - it means doing only what's required for your job, or setting boundaries that say "I'm not going to do more than I’m being paid to do."But is quiet quitting actually a solution to the problems that we're facing? I vote No! That’s what today's episode is all about. Listen now!Subscribe to our mailing list at bellydancealchemy.orgFollow the podcast on Instagram...2022-09-0818 minCareer SpeakeasyS3 Ep 2: Quiet Quitting Isn't The AnswerIf you haven't heard the term "quiet quitting" yet, it's all over social media recently. What does it look like? Well, it doesn't mean quitting your job - it means doing only what's required for your job, or setting boundaries that say "I'm not going to do more than I’m being paid to do."But is quiet quitting actually a solution to the problems that we're facing? I vote No! That’s what today's episode is all about. Listen now!Subscribe to our mailing list at kellinottingham.comFollow the podcast on Instagram...2022-09-0819 minBelly Dance AlchemyS3 Ep 2: Belly Dance Conventions! Let's go!If you've never been to a belly dance convention, you're missing out! In this episode, I share some lessons learned about the 4 P's of belly dance conventions:PlanningPacking (or overpacking...)ParticipatingPerformingListen now and get excited about attending one of these fantastic events! Subscribe to our mailing list at bellydancealchemy.org Follow the podcast on Instagram @bellydancealchemypodcast We also have a Youtube channel with more content! Belly Dance Alchemy VideosIf you want to grow your professional skills, either 1:1 or through workshops at your company or organization, let's chat! For a 30-min...2022-07-2832 minCareer SpeakeasyS3 Ep 1: The Power of Self-Awareness + Self-ManagementThe Career Speakeasy podcast is back for its 3rd season! We're kicking off our new competency-based format with a long look in the mirror. Yes, this episode is all about self-awareness and self-management. These two skill areas are critical for any other professional or personal growth you may attempt. Without them, we're all just oblivious wrecking balls of human beings, and nobody wants that, right?Register today for the Resume Revamp online course: Resume Revamp | Nottingham Professional Development (teachable.com)Subscribe to our mailing list at kellinottingham.comFollow the podcast on Instagram @care...2022-02-0527 minBelly Dance AlchemyS3 Ep 1: The Power of Self-Awareness + Self-ManagementThe Belly Dance Alchemy Podcast is back for its 3rd season! We're kicking off our new competency-based format with a long look in the mirror. Yes, this episode is all about self-awareness and self-management. These two skill areas are critical for any other professional or personal growth you may attempt. Without them, we're all just oblivious wrecking balls of human beings, and nobody wants that, right?Register today for the Resume Revamp online course: Resume Revamp | Nottingham Professional Development (teachable.com)Subscribe to our mailing list at bellydancealchemy.orgFollow the podcast on Inst...2022-02-0529 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 21: Building Your ResilienceLight out of darkness: the theme of so many holidays at this time of year.Know what else is all about light out of darkness?ResilienceResilience isn't being impervious to setbacks - it's the ability to bounce back from setbacks. Which is good, because we all deal with disappointments!Think you're born with a set level of resilience? Nonsense. We can build that skill just like any other. In this episode, we look at 2 ways to start strengthening your resilience muscle today!I'd like to say a qu...2021-12-2215 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 21: Building Your ResilienceLight out of darkness: the theme of so many holidays at this time of year.Know what else is all about light out of darkness?ResilienceResilience isn't being impervious to setbacks - it's the ability to bounce back from setbacks. Which is good, because we all deal with disappointments!Think you're born with a set level of resilience? Nonsense. We can build that skill just like any other. In this episode, we look at 2 ways to start strengthening your resilience muscle today!I'd like to say a qu...2021-12-2215 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 20: Exploring Self-Gratitude (+ group hug!)It's Gratitude Time! Gratitude gives us a different (bigger) perspective on our lives. It can make us feel humble, small, receptive.That's awesome. Except when it goes too far. Then it's not great. When we have too much humility, we may not advocate for ourselves like we should, whether at work, at home, or with any opportunity. In this episode, we turn gratitude inward, to discover how to be grateful to ourselves, by ourselves.Does that make you feel weird or selfish? Oh then you DEFINITELY need to listen. Thank yo...2021-11-2415 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 20: Exploring Self-Gratitude (+ group hug!)It's Gratitude Time! Gratitude gives us a different (bigger) perspective on our lives. It can make us feel humble, small, receptive.That's awesome. Except when it goes too far. Then it's not great. When we have too much humility, we may not advocate for ourselves like we should, whether at work, in dance, at home, or with any opportunity. In this episode, we turn gratitude inward, to discover how to be grateful to ourselves, by ourselves.Does that make you feel weird or selfish? Oh then you DEFINITELY need to listen. Tha...2021-11-2415 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 19: Prioritizing - First Thing FirstI’m going to go on record here saying that the word "priorities" plural is just messed up. The word priority (singular) means the thing that goes first. As in, the singular first position. Saying that we can have more than one thing in the first position is a recipe for stress and overwhelm and divided attention.And here's a Big Truth: Our priorities aren't what we say they are, they're what we actually DO. Our priorities aren't defined by our vision boards or the goals we set for ourselves. Our priorities, in reality...2021-11-1024 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 19: Prioritizing - First Thing FirstI’m going to go on record here saying that the word "priorities" plural is just messed up. The word priority (singular) means the thing that goes first. As in, the singular first position. Saying that we can have more than one thing in the first position is a recipe for stress and overwhelm and divided attention.And here's a Big Truth: Our priorities aren't what we say they are, they're what we actually DO. Our priorities aren't defined by our vision boards or the goals we set for ourselves. Our priorities, in reality...2021-11-1024 minCareer Speakeasy(Flashback Episode!) Making Friends with FearIt's the spooky season and this is a rerelease of a great episode all about Fear! No, it's not scary (I promise!), but we are going to chat about how we can use our fears productively. Fear is there to help us - it keeps us safe and makes us alert to possible dangers, but sometimes gets so big and so all-encompassing that it holds us back in our lives and careers. In this episode we explore: The Benefits of Fear Three ways Fear can go haywire and control us too muchHow Fear can show u...2021-10-2728 minBelly Dance Alchemy(Flashback Episode!) Making Friends with FearIt's the spooky season and this is a rerelease of a great episode all about Fear! No, it's not scary (I promise!), but we are going to chat about how we can use our fears productively. Fear is there to help us - it keeps us safe and makes us alert to possible dangers, but sometimes gets so big and so all-encompassing that it holds us back in our lives and careers. In this episode we explore: The Benefits of Fear Three ways Fear can go haywire and control us too muchHow Fear can show...2021-10-2729 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 18 (Mini): The Harvest of Your ChoicesHot chocolate, pumpkin pie, and those puffy vests that people dig out of the back of their closet as soon as the weather gets a slight chill. Ah yes autumn! My favorite season.Whenever autumn comes around, it sends me into self-reflection mode. Something about the world shedding its summer glory to rest into winter's chill inspires me to slow down and think:How has my year gone so far? Are there things I need to change to get better results before the end of the year? What results have come into my life from the c...2021-10-0605 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 18 (Mini): The Harvest of Your ChoicesHot chocolate, pumpkin pie, and those puffy vests that people dig out of the back of their closet as soon as the weather gets a slight chill. Ah yes autumn! My favorite season.Whenever autumn comes around, it sends me into self-reflection mode. Something about the world shedding its summer glory to rest into winter's chill inspires me to slow down and think:How has my year gone so far? Are there things I need to change to get better results before the end of the year? What results have come into my life from the c...2021-10-0605 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 17: Courage + Taking RisksWhat if we discovered a switch in our psyches that would turn our fears into courage? What risks would you take if your courage were doubled?What if I told you that courage is not a prerequisite for taking risks, but a RESULT of taking risks? Interested in learning more?In today's episode, we explore a new way to think about courage: instead of an unpredictable emotion, courage is a muscle that we can train and build, so that it's ready to use when we need it.New learning opportunities with me...2021-08-3023 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 17: Courage + Taking RisksWhat if we discovered a switch in our psyches that would turn our fears into courage? What risks would you take if your courage were doubled? What if I told you that courage is not a prerequisite for taking risks, but a RESULT of taking risks? Interested in learning more? In today's episode, we explore a new way to think about courage: instead of an unpredictable emotion, courage is a muscle that we can train and build, so that it's ready to use when we need it.New learning opportunities with me ar...2021-08-3023 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 16: Dealing With Toxic People - NarcissistsEver had a narcissist play you like an old ukulele? Not fun.They can show up anywhere - home, work, social settings, and they're hard to resist (at first, anyway).We're diving into the manipulative, self-centered world of narcissists today, to learn what they're thinking, how they interact with others, and most importantly, how we can protect ourselves from their wily ways! Especially if you consider yourself an empathetic, loving person, don't skip this one. You'll find you're particularly targeted by narcissists, for a reason. Don't let them take advantage of your kind natur...2021-08-1628 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 16: Dealing With Toxic People - NarcissistsEver had a narcissist play you like an old ukulele? Not fun.They can show up anywhere - home, work, dance, social settings, and they're hard to resist (at first, anyway).We're diving into the manipulative, self-centered world of narcissists today, to learn what they're thinking, how they interact with others, and most importantly, how we can protect ourselves from their wily ways! Especially if you consider yourself an empathetic, loving person, don't skip this one. You'll find you're particularly targeted by narcissists, for a reason. Don't let them take advantage of your kind...2021-08-1629 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 15: Doing + Being - A New Approach to Work/Life BalanceAre you trying to find more balance between your work and the rest of your life? And does the whole "finding balance" thing just feel like part of your To Do list? Well in today's episode, we're going to explore a new way of thinking about work/life balance, one that will lift off the ACTUAL cause of work/life imbalance. Most of the advice out there on how to balance our lives is off the mark. Instead of giving people the freedom to enjoy the Life part of the equation, we'r...2021-07-3022 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 15: Doing + Being - A New Approach to Work/Life BalanceAre you trying to find more balance between your work and the rest of your life? And does the whole "finding balance" thing just feel like part of your To Do list? Well in today's episode, we're going to explore a new way of thinking about work/life balance, one that will lift off the ACTUAL cause of work/life imbalance. Most of the advice out there on how to balance our lives is off the mark. Instead of giving people the freedom to enjoy the Life part of the equation, we're...2021-07-3022 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 14: Building Your Personal and Professional BrandAh, personal and professional branding. There's a slew of information out there on creating your brand through your online profiles, your personal elevator speech, etc. The problem? You already HAVE a brand, whether you have a LinkedIn profile or not. And if everyone thinks you're a pain in the butt, the fanciest elevator speech in the world won't help you. In today's episode, we're going to look at the way our brands are ACTUALLY built, and discuss how perceptions play into our brands.We'll also dig into some practical tips to understand what our b...2021-07-2022 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 14: Building Your Personal and Professional BrandAh, personal and professional branding. There's a slew of information out there on creating your brand through your online profiles, your personal elevator speech, etc. The problem? You already HAVE a brand, whether you have a LinkedIn profile or not. And if everyone thinks you're a pain in the butt, the fanciest elevator speech in the world won't help you. In today's episode, we're going to look at the way our brands are ACTUALLY built, and discuss how perceptions play into our brands. We'll also dig into some practical tips to understand what our bran...2021-07-2023 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 13: Influencing Others - a 3-Step Plan For Changing People's MindsWhen you want someone to share your opinion, but you know you can't force them to agree with you, what's left?Influencing them, of course!And despite what social media influencers would have you think, influencing is not the same as just directly selling someone on an idea. It takes some deep thinking, some reflection, and of course, a plan! In this episode, you'll learn my 3-Step Influencing Model, so you can start persuading others to your point of view right away.During the episode, I reference a recent conflict resolution vi...2021-07-0824 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 13: Influencing Others - a 3-Step Plan For Changing People's MindsREMASTERED! When you want someone to share your opinion, but you know you can't force them to agree with you, what's left?Influencing them, of course!And despite what social media influencers would have you think, influencing is not the same as just directly selling someone on an idea. It takes some deep thinking, some reflection, and of course, a plan! In this episode, you'll learn my 3-Step Influencing Model, so you can start persuading others to your point of view right away.During the episode, I reference a recent conflict res...2021-07-0823 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 12: Conquer Your Fear of Public SpeakingWhether it's knee-knocking terror or just butterflies in your stomach, fear of public speaking holds so many people back in their careers and life in general. In this episode, I share 4 practical approaches you can take to manage (and even conquer!) your fear of public speaking. Don't hide your voice and ideas - the world needs them now more than ever! So listen now and get ready to speak up! "Conquer Your Fear of Public Speaking" is out now, wherever you get your podcasts. If you like the Career Speakeasy podcast, pleas...2021-06-1831 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 12: Conquer Your Fear of Public SpeakingWhether it's knee-knocking terror or just butterflies in your stomach, fear of public speaking holds so many people back in their careers, their dance adventures, and life in general.In this episode, I share 4 practical approaches you can take to manage (and even conquer!) your fear of public speaking.Don't hide your voice and ideas - the world needs them now more than ever!So listen now and get ready to speak up! "Conquer Your Fear of Public Speaking" is out now, wherever you get your podcasts.If you like the B...2021-06-1831 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 11: Managing Conflict (Without Becoming A Jerk)Conflict is NOT a 4-letter word! If your reaction to conflict is either:Slip on the ol' boxing gloves orRun away as fast as possiblethen today's episode is going to change your perspective (with no anger or yelling at all!) The truth is, most of us don't like the idea of conflict - we think it'll feel messy, personal, and damaging. But it doesn't have to be that way. Conflict can be a wonderful opportunity to learn about ourselves and others around us, and it gives us a chance to make the world a better...2021-06-0424 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 11: Managing Conflict (Without Becoming A Jerk)Conflict is NOT a 4-letter word! If your reaction to conflict is either:Slip on the ol' boxing gloves orRun away as fast as possiblethen today's episode is going to change your perspective (with no anger or yelling at all!) The truth is, most of us don't like the idea of conflict - we think it'll feel messy, personal, and damaging. But it doesn't have to be that way. Conflict can be a wonderful opportunity to learn about ourselves and others around us, and it gives us a chance to make the world...2021-06-0424 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 10: Emotional Intelligence 101: What's Love + Hate + Fear Got To Do With It?Humans are emotion-driven creatures, whether we want to admit it or not. And many of the most challenging situations that come up for us aren't based strictly on fact - they're based on feeling: managing conflicts, change, influencing others, sales, delegating. Trying to fix a feeling-based problem with a fact-based solution, ain't gonna help.In this episode we dig into the work of Daniel Goleman, who wrote (arguably) THE book on Emotional Intelligence (EQ). He says:"The rules for work are changing. We’re being judged by a new yardstick: not just by how smart we ar...2021-05-2038 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 10: Emotional Intelligence 101: What's Love + Hate + Fear Got To Do With It?Humans are emotion-driven creatures, whether we want to admit it or not. And many of the most challenging situations that come up for us aren't based strictly on fact - they're based on feeling: managing conflicts, change, influencing others, sales, delegating. Trying to fix a feeling-based problem with a fact-based solution, ain't gonna help.In this episode we dig into the work of Daniel Goleman, who wrote (arguably) THE book on Emotional Intelligence (EQ). He says:“The rules for work are changing. We’re being judged by a new yardstick: not just by how smart we are...2021-05-2038 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 9: Networking the Non-Icky WayHi dancers! Does the thought of networking (for day job or dance life) make you feel: Icky Grumpy Queasy Terrified All of the Above Well fear not, listener! In this episode we're going to bust four common myths about networking that keep many people from building the strong, mutually beneficial relationships that great networks provide. No pushy or smarmy behaviors needed. Who knows? You might even learn to *gasp* LOVE networking! In this episode I mention a book that's been a great resource: Elaine Biech's Skills For Career Success: Maximizing Your Potential At Work. If interested, y...2021-05-1426 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 9: Networking the Non-Icky WayDoes the thought of networking make you feel: Icky Grumpy Queasy Terrified All of the Above Well fear not, listener! In this episode we're going to bust four common myths about networking that keep many people from building the strong, mutually beneficial relationships that great networks provide. No pushy or smarmy behaviors needed. Who knows? You might even learn to *gasp* LOVE networking! In this episode I mention a book that's been a great resource: Elaine Biech's Skills For Career Success: Maximizing Your Potential At Work. If interested, you can buy it here.Subscribe to...2021-05-1426 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 9A (Mini-sode): Four Networking Questions to PonderLet's start digging into building our professional and personal networks. Here's a mini episode to prepare you for next week's full episode on Networking The Non-Icky Way. I'm on vacation this week, visiting with family I haven't been able to see in 1 1/2 years (yay for vaccines!), but I didn't want to leave you hanging. Next week we'll have a full episode on how to network professionally without feeling salesy or pushy, and in ways that feel comfortable and beneficial for everyone involved. Talk to you next week!Subscribe to our mailing list at kel...2021-05-0603 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 9A (Mini-sode): Four Networking Questions to PonderLet's start digging into building our professional and personal networks. Here's a mini episode to prepare you for next week's full episode on Networking The Non-Icky Way. I'm on vacation this week, visiting with family I haven't been able to see in 1 1/2 years (yay for vaccines!), but I didn't want to leave you hanging. Next week we'll have a full episode on how to network professionally without feeling salesy or pushy, and in ways that feel comfortable and beneficial for everyone involved. Talk to you next week!Subscribe to our mailing list at belly...2021-05-0603 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 8: What's Your Communication Style?Are you a Take This Fun Quiz kind of person? If you said yes, today's episode is especially for you. We're digging into different ways that people communicate, using a modified DISC assessment that we'll do right here! In this episode! No complicated test needed! But if you're afraid of being labelled as Type X or Style_______, no worries - we'll also explore how we aren't really putting ourselves into a self-limiting box by dissecting the way we communicate. In fact, we'll learn some ways to flex our natural default communication style to be much more effective commun...2021-04-2235 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 8: What's Your Communication Style?Are you a Take This Fun Quiz kind of person? If you said yes, today's episode is especially for you. We're digging into different ways that people communicate, using a modified DISC assessment that we'll do right here! In this episode! No complicated test needed!But if you're afraid of being labelled as Type X or Style_______, no worries - we'll also explore how we aren't really putting ourselves into a self-limiting box by dissecting the way we communicate. In fact, we'll learn some ways to flex our natural default communication style to be much more effective commu...2021-04-2232 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 7B: Leader Libations - Leading Remote and Hybrid Teams: Communication & VisibilityEXTRA EXTRA (mini-episode!)Are you a leader who is now managing remote employees or a blended team of remote and in-office people? You now have even MORE responsibilities, including one very important one: VISIBILITY! (Yes I'm shouting, because this is crucial stuff!)Today's video shares one straightforward tactic to start the process of building solid communication and visibility for both your team and yourself!Subscribe to our mailing list at kellinottingham.comFollow the podcast on Instagram @careerspeakeasyWe also have a Youtube channel with more content! If you're i...2021-04-1509 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 7B: Take The Lead - Leading Remote and Hybrid Teams: Communication & VisibilityEXTRA EXTRA (mini-episode!)Are you a leader who is now managing remote employees or a blended team of remote and in-office people? Are you a dance teacher or studio owner with online and/or in-person students? You now have even MORE responsibilities, including one very important one: VISIBILITY! (Yes I'm shouting, because this is crucial stuff!)Today's video shares one tactic to start the process of building solid communication and visibility for both your team and yourself!Subscribe to our mailing list at bellydancealchemy.orgFollow the podcast on In...2021-04-1509 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 7: Building Visibility While Working RemotelyThe world is so much more open to remote work, to being a digital nomad, and that's fantastic! If that way of working is calling to you - great! Go for it! Bon voyage! But there are some really important things to keep in mind. {Cue sad trombone} One of the most crucial concerns about remote work is the lack of VISIBILITY that comes with it. And I don't just mean turning your camera off during video calls. We're talking career-stalling, Wonder Woman's Airplane types of invisibility to the decision makers in your organiza...2021-04-0835 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 7: Building Visibility While Working RemotelyThe world is so much more open to remote work, to being a digital nomad, and that's fantastic! If that way of working is calling to you - great! Go for it! Bon voyage! But there are some really important things to keep in mind. {Cue sad trombone} One of the most crucial concerns about remote work is the lack of VISIBILITY that comes with it. And I don't just mean turning your camera off during video calls. We're talking career-stalling, Wonder Woman's Airplane types of invisibility to the decision makers in your organiza...2021-04-0828 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 6: Mimic & Model (aka Let's Learn From Other People's Successes)I’m all for individuality - doing things your own way! Forging your own path through life! Woo! Unique Rules! But hey. If someone has learned a lesson the hard way, or has figured out an amazing technique for dealing with a situation, why reinvent the wheel? We may be unique, but it doesn't mean we're remote desert islands in a sea of I Gotta Figure This Out By Myself. We're more like an Archipelago of Shared Knowledge, washed in a sea of Human Experience. This metaphor is going off the rails fast. ...2021-03-2524 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 6: Mimic & Model (aka Let's Learn From Other People's Successes)I’m all for individuality - doing things your own way! Forging your own path through life! Woo! Unique Rules! But hey. If someone has learned a lesson the hard way, or has figured out an amazing technique for dealing with a situation, why reinvent the wheel? We may be unique, but it doesn't mean we're remote desert islands in a sea of I Gotta Figure This Out By Myself. We're more like an Archipelago of Shared Knowledge, washed in a sea of Human Experience. This metaphor is going off the rails fast. ...2021-03-2529 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 5: You Are Not A Fraud! Beating Imposter ComplexPicture the scene: You've been hand selected to participate in a big project! Woo hoo! How exciting! Except a loud voice is booming in your head, saying: I am a complete fraud. They just don't realize it yet. Ah yes, the dreaded Imposter Complex. In this episode, we're going to face this bully head on, digging into what Imposter Complex is, nine ways that it shows up, and a whole bunch of practical steps we can take to send it on its miserable way. *** If you're interested in working with me di...2021-03-1125 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 5: You Are Not A Fraud! Beating Imposter ComplexPicture the scene: You've been hand selected to participate in a big work project or a huge dance event! Woo hoo! How exciting! Except a loud voice is booming in your head, saying: I am a complete fraud. They just don't realize it yet. Ah yes, the dreaded Imposter Complex. In this episode, we're going to face this bully head on, digging into what Imposter Complex is, nine ways that it shows up, and a whole bunch of practical steps we can take to send it on its miserable way. Buh-bye! ***If yo...2021-03-1126 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 4: Fixed Vs. Growth MindsetsDo you believe you're smart? Talented? Creative? What happens when your intelligence or talents or creativity are put to the test, and don't make the grade? Do you focus on what you can learn from the situation? (This is the answer we know we should give, but deep down inside is that really our reaction? Or do you question whether you're really smart or talented or skilled? - That's the one that often comes up instead!)In this episode, we dig into some research on fixed vs. growth mindsets, and explore some new ideas...2021-02-2723 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 4: Fixed Vs. Growth MindsetsDo you believe you're smart? Talented? Creative? What happens when your intelligence or talents or creativity are put to the test, and don't make the grade? Do you focus on what you can learn from the situation? (This is the answer we know we should give, but deep down inside is that really our reaction? Or do you question whether you're really smart or talented or skilled? - That's the one that often comes up instead!) In this episode, we dig into some research on fixed vs. growth mindsets, and explore some new ideas a...2021-02-2723 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 3: We Are (Not?) Our Self-IdentityWe behave according to who we believe we are. So who do you believe you are? Powerful? Adaptable? Scatterbrained? Never good enough? In this episode, we dig down into the many layers of our identities, and explore our beliefs about ourselves. Why, you ask? Because our self beliefs shape how we interact with our work, our opportunities, and our relationships, both professional and personal. Our beliefs can propel us forward, or hold us back. It's our choice!(p.s. My cat, Loki, decided to make a cameo in this on...2021-02-1122 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 3: We Are (Not?) Our Self-IdentityWe behave according to who we believe we are. So who do you believe you are? Powerful? Adaptable? Scatterbrained? Never good enough? In this episode, we dig down into the many layers of our identities, and explore our beliefs about ourselves. Why, you ask? Because our self beliefs shape how we interact with our work, our dance, and our relationships, both professional and personal. Our beliefs can propel us forward, or hold us back. It's our choice!(p.s. My cat, Loki, decided to make a cameo in this on...2021-02-1123 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 2: Creating A Development Odyssey"I'm unhappy but I'm comfortable with it." Sound familiar? This the Siren Call of Complacent Despair, and it keeps us stagnant, sitting alone on our little island of I Guess This Is Good Enough. But it's not good enough, dear listeners, and in this episode we're exploring a new way to think about developing our careers and our dance - the Development Odyssey. This odyssey is going to take us far beyond what a traditional career or skill development plan would. Don't have an actual development plan? Don't worry! In this episode you'll get a quick s...2021-01-2727 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 2: Creating A Career Development Odyssey"I'm unhappy but I'm comfortable with it." Sound familiar? This the Siren Call of Occupational Despair, and it keeps us stagnant, sitting alone on our little island of I Guess This Is Good Enough. But it's not good enough, dear listeners, and in this episode we're exploring a new way to think about developing our careers - the Development Odyssey. This odyssey is going to take us far beyond what a traditional career development plan would. Don't have a career development plan? Don't worry! In this episode you'll get a quick step-by-step on how to put one t...2021-01-2726 minBelly Dance AlchemyS2 Ep 1: Goal Setting and Our Self-IdentityWelcome to 2021! Let's kick off this year by setting some GOALS! In this episode, we discuss 3 key aspects to setting goals that are actually going to get you where you want to go (yes yes, isn't that what they all say?) But if you don't pay attention to these 3 points, your goals will remain more like wishes than reality, your Vision Board more like a Disappointment Board. And we don't want that. If you want a much deeper look into goal setting and habit forming, I strongly recommend Atomic Habits by James Clear. It's a...2021-01-1317 minCareer SpeakeasyS2 Ep 1: Goal Setting and Our Self-IdentityWelcome to 2021! Let's kick off this year by setting some GOALS! In this episode, we discuss 3 key aspects to setting goals that are actually going to get you where you want to go (yes yes, isn't that what they all say?) But if you don't pay attention to these 3 points, your goals will remain more like wishes than reality, your Vision Board more like a Disappointment Board. And we don't want that. If you want a much deeper look into goal setting and habit forming, I strongly recommend Atomic Habits by James Clear. It's a...2021-01-1317 minCareer SpeakeasyEp 23 - 2020 in the Rearview MirrorYeah, we might be ready to just say Good Riddance to 2020, but let's take a little time to learn what we can from this bizarre year.Pull out your notebooks or journals, a pen, and a beverage of your choice, and prepare yourself for a virtual coaching session with me! We'll take our time reflecting on the past year in this episode, both the ups and downs, and you can pause as much as needed to write out your thoughts and ideas.If you like this episode, please let me know, so I can do mo...2020-12-2421 minBelly Dance AlchemyEp 11 - 2020 in the Rearview MirrorYeah, we might be ready to just say Good Riddance to 2020, but let's take a little time to learn what we can from this bizarre year.Pull out your notebooks or journals, a pen, and a beverage of your choice, and prepare yourself for a virtual coaching session with me! We'll take our time reflecting on the past year in this episode, both the ups and downs, and you can pause as much as needed to write out your thoughts and ideas.If you like this episode, please let me know, so I can do mo...2020-12-2422 minBelly Dance AlchemyEp 10 - Self Care Is More Than Scented CandlesToday we're discussing self care, but not the heavily marketed, commodified, Buy-Expensive-Luxuries version of it. Please don't pummel me with fancy scented candles! (Unless they're lemongrass scented).This episode reveals a much broader, truer way of caring for ourselves, so that we can be the most vibrant, powerful, and authentic versions of ourselves that we can. Yes, pampering ourselves is a part of caring for ourselves, it's just definitely NOT the whole package. So light a candle (or don't - your choice!) and let's focus on a different, fuller way to care for ou...2020-12-0926 minCareer SpeakeasyEp 22 - Self Care Is More Than Scented CandlesToday we're discussing self care, but not the heavily marketed, commodified, Buy-Expensive-Luxuries version of it. Please don't pummel me with fancy scented candles! (Unless they're lemongrass scented).This episode reveals a much broader, truer way of caring for ourselves, so that we can be the most vibrant, powerful, and authentic versions of ourselves that we can. Yes, pampering ourselves is a part of caring for ourselves, it's just definitely NOT the whole package. So light a candle (or don't - your choice!) and let's focus on a different, fuller way to care for ours...2020-12-0926 minBelly Dance AlchemyEp 9 - How to Conquer Implicit Bias(Note: this episode discusses some topics that may be borderline challenging for younger ears to understand, including examples of common biases in the world and our dance community. Parents, you may want to listen when the kiddos aren't around.)Our brains are efficient, squishy little machines that can do amazing things! But they can also go on autopilot and default to thinking processes that reinforce stereotypes that can hold us back from living in an equitable world where everyone can thrive. In this episode, we explore my straightforward formula to understand how implicit bias is fo...2020-11-1832 minCareer SpeakeasyEp 21 - Gratitude for Cynical TypesDoes the idea of a 'Gratitude Practice' make your eyebrow pop up in cynicism? When you think of practicing gratitude, do you immediately think of tedious meditation?Does "feeling grateful" feel a bit arrogant or self-centered to you?Well, dear listeners, it doesn't have to be that way! Trust me, I'm not a meditation person, but even I've found ways to bring more gratitude into everyday life. Here are some key points from this episode:Gratitude doesn't require religious/spiritual faith. Really!Gratitude doesn't need to be deeply philosophical to workGratitude doesn't have to be all about you and...2020-11-1131 minBelly Dance AlchemyEp 8 - Gratitude for Cynical TypesDoes the idea of a 'Gratitude Practice' make your eyebrow pop up in cynicism? When you think of practicing gratitude, do you immediately think of tedious meditation?Does "feeling grateful" feel a bit arrogant or self-centered to you?Well, dear listeners, it doesn't have to be that way! Trust me, I'm not a meditation person, but even I've found ways to bring more gratitude into everyday life. Here are some key points from this episode:Gratitude doesn't require religious/spiritual faith. Really!Gratitude doesn't need to be deeply philosophical to workGratitude doesn't have to be all about you and...2020-11-1131 minBelly Dance AlchemyEp 7 - Roll With the Change (Management)Often when we think of change, we think of "We're at Point A, Next We'll Be at Point B."But making changes successfully isn't so much about the logistics - it's about the mental and emotional transitions that we go through as we transition from Point A to Point B. When a change pops up in your life, do you get mad? Sad? Grumpy? Anxious? What's your Default Change Reaction?In this episode we talk about the 3 transitional phases we go through during changes, and ways to manage our behaviors so we don't go of...2020-11-0337 minBelly Dance AlchemyEp 6 - Making Friends With FearIt's the spooky season and this episode is Filled With Fear! No, it's not scary (I promise!), but we are going to chat about how we can use our fears productively. Fear is there to help us - it keeps us safe and makes us alert to possible dangers, but sometimes gets so big and so all-encompassing that it holds us back in our lives, our dance, and our careers. In this episode we explore: The Benefits of Fear Three ways Fear can go haywire and control us too muchHow Fear can show up in ou...2020-10-2929 minCareer SpeakeasyEp 20 - Making Friends With FearIt's the spooky season and this episode is Filled With Fear! No, it's not scary (I promise!), but we are going to chat about how we can use our fears productively. Fear is there to help us - it keeps us safe and makes us alert to possible dangers, but sometimes gets so big and so all-encompassing that it holds us back in our lives and careers. In this episode we explore: The Benefits of Fear Three ways Fear can go haywire and control us too muchHow Fear can show up in our livesA handf...2020-10-2928 minBelly Dance AlchemyEp 5 - Being a Rock Star Coach or MentorLike learning new dance movements, being an effective coach or mentor requires focused skills practice and a learning mindset.In our last episode, we discussed ways for learners to make the most of 1:1 coaching or mentoring time. Today's episode focuses on the other side of the relationship, with some best practices from the world of corporate coaching & mentoring, to help you make the most of that precious 1:1 time with your learner.We'll dig into:Effective Goal Setting, with drill down questions to help your learner set great goalsActive Listening Tips 2020-10-2128 minCareer SpeakeasyEp 19 - Top Ten Training Tips (Useful Even If You're Not a Trainer!)It's our first Top Ten List! Even if you don't do training full time, you've probably spent time at work teaching someone new skills, even if it's just how to work the coffee maker. This episode is here to help, with ten tips that I've learned (often the hard way!) in my career. I also bust a common training myth in this one - a myth that everyone has heard and probably believed (I know I did)!Subscribe now to keep up with the most current episodes. To sign up for our mailing list, go to Ke...2020-10-1525 minBelly Dance AlchemyEp 4 - Maximize Your Private Coaching or Mentoring SessionsDoes the thought of working individually with a dance coach or a work mentor terrify you? There's a BIG reason why, and it's probably not what you think! If you want to get the most out of 1:1 time with your dance teacher or a work-life mentor, this episode will give you some great tips to maximize your time together, and make the relationship (and your private sessions) a whole lot easier!Subscribe today to be notified of new episodes as soon as they pop up!www.bellydancealchemy.org2020-10-0226 minBelly Dance AlchemyEp 2 - Dancing Past PerfectionismThink all perfectionism is the same? Not so, my lovelies! In this episode we learn about the 3 types of perfectionism and how they impact our work, dance, and relationships. We'll also discuss some ways to rein in the beast of our perfectionistic thoughts and behaviors. Let's try them out!www.bellydancealchemy.org2020-10-0129 minBelly Dance AlchemyEp 3 - What the Heck is PerFAKEtionism?This episode is all about an insidious type of Perfectionism that I like to call PerFAKEtionism. Want to know what this means, and whether it affects you? And more, how can we effectively manage our PerFAKEtionism so we can get out of our own way?Take a listen!www.bellydancealchemy.org2020-10-0124 minBelly Dance AlchemyEp 1 - Introducing the Belly Dance Alchemy Podcast!Welcome to Belly Dance Alchemy! This mini-episode will give you a quick overview of what this podcast is all about. Belly Dance Alchemy is a captivating blend of the best elements of career & professional development and the magic of belly dance. Life is too short for a day job that doesn't make us feel motivated or fulfilled, or a dance life that doesn't make us feel empowered! I'm Kelli Nottingham, and this podcast brings together the learnings from my professional training & development career, and melds them with important life lessons gleaned from belly dance. We'l...2020-10-0105 minCareer SpeakeasyEp 18 - Down With Stereotypes! How to Conquer Implicit BiasOur brains are efficient, squishy little machines that can do amazing things! But they can also go on autopilot and default to thinking processes that reinforce stereotypes that can hold us back from living in an equitable world where everyone can thrive. In this episode, we explore my straightforward formula to understand how implicit bias is formed, and how we can rewire our brains away from negative biases and toward positive thought patterns. We also discuss growing up during the Cold War in the US in the 80s - it'll be flashback time for Gen X! ...2020-09-3027 min