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The Leftover Pieces; Suicide Loss ConversationsGetting Real About Grief ‘Coaching’; Why I Do This & Why I Do it DifferentlyWelcome today fellow griever. I appreciate you, I see you and thank you so much for listening and if you can, please ---Support the showToday, I’m taking you behind the scenes — not just of the podcast, but of why I do all of this.Spoiler alert: it’s not about making six figures. Not even close to what it's about! It started with a mic, a grieving heart, and the hope that I could create the kind of podcast I couldn’t find after losing my son Alex to suicide. And in many way...2025-06-1513 min
FNDN SeriesBudgeting for Comp Cycle with Melissa Theiss, Head of People Ops at Kit & Founder of FledgeWelcome back to the FNDN Series, where we continue our exploration of startup compensation with Melissa Theiss, Head of People at Kit and founder of Fledge. In this fourth episode of our conversation, we dive deep into one of the most operationally critical yet often overlooked responsibilities for people leaders—budgeting for the annual compensation cycle. We break down the five essential compensation buckets every startup should consider, discuss how to build a strong partnership with your finance team, and explore practical strategies for allocating your compensation budget effectively. If you've enjoyed our previous episodes with Melissa on cookie-cutter co...2025-06-0811 min
FNDN SeriesBonuses: How and When with Melissa Theiss, Head of People Ops at Kit & Founder of FledgeWelcome back to the FNDN Series, where we continue our deep dive into startup compensation with Melissa Theiss, Head of People at Kit and founder of Fledge. In this third episode of our conversation, we unpack a hot topic in the startup world—are personal bonuses worth the trouble they cause? We explore how to transform bonuses from expected entitlements into true motivators, design programs that drive performance without creating resentment, and implement profit-sharing that connects employee success to customer outcomes. If you enjoyed our previous chats with Melissa on cookie-cutter compensation and job structure, you'll find this final in...2025-05-2513 min
FNDN SeriesBuilding a Job Structure that Scales with The Company, Melissa Theiss, Head of Peoples Ops at KitWelcome back to the FNDN Series, where we continue our discussions with Melissa Theiss, Head of People at Kit and founder of Fledge. In this second episode, we dig deep into one of the thorniest challenges startups face as they grow—how to build a job structure that scales without killing agility. We explore progression steps, title frameworks, when to introduce levels, and practical strategies for implementing job architecture while managing expectations. If you enjoyed our previous conversation with Melissa on avoiding cookie-cutter compensation, you'll find this follow-up packed with equally valuable insights on navigating the messy middle of st...2025-05-1818 min
FNDN SeriesAvoiding Cookie-Cutter Comp with Melissa Theiss, Head of People Ops at Kit & Founder of FledgeWelcome back to the FNDN Series, where we dive deep into startup compensation with industry leaders from across the startup world. In this episode, we yarn with Melissa Theiss, Head of People at Kit and founder of Fledge, an HR consultancy helping people leaders think like business leaders. We explore how startups can reject cookie-cutter compensation models, build a comp philosophy that's truly fit for purpose, and implement principle-led decision making. Melissa brings her sharp commercial lens to people strategy, sharing practical frameworks and real-world examples from bootstrapped, venture-backed, and public companies.2025-05-1121 min
Type 1 In Midlife: Support for Women with Type 1 Diabetes Facing Perimenopause, Menopause, Hormonal Changes, Insulin Resistance, Weight Gain, and Blood Sugar StrugglesEp 103 - Proactive, Not Reactive Approach to T1D with Claudia MaltbyIn this empowering episode, Melissa sits down with Dr. Claudia Maltby, a UK-trained GP and functional health coach living with type 1 diabetes for nearly 36 years. Claudia shares her powerful diagnosis story—from being misdiagnosed with gestational diabetes to a life-changing hospital admission shortly after giving birth. Together, they dive into the limitations of traditional diabetes care and the game-changing impact of functional medicine. Claudia opens up about her personal experience with peripheral neuropathy, the frustrating lack of support from conventional medicine, and how digging into root causes helped her take her health back. Whether you're fe...2025-04-2853 min
Affordable-CoachingAC_E6 Introducing Coach MelissaIn this powerful episode, we sit down with Coach Melissa Jane — a visionary coach, neurodiversity advocate, and the founder of the Affordable Coaching Team. Melissa shares the story behind building a team that prioritizes accessibility, empathy, and real transformation.Melissa opens up about her personal journey with neurodiversity, and how it once fed a cycle of negative thinking, self-doubt, and overwhelm. She offers an honest look into what it’s like to navigate the world through a different lens — and how those challenges sparked her passion for creating a supportive, inclusive coaching space for others.The Af...2025-04-1711 min
Powerful Women Rising - A Business Podcast for Female EntrepreneursCircus, Kids, and African Stories: Not Your Average Female Founders w/Kate Laviolette, Nmasichi Chukwuemeka and Jenn GrubbSend us a textForget the cookie-cutter approach - these entrepreneurs prove success comes from embracing what makes you different. In the final episode of our five part 2024 PWR Impact Awards Winner Series, you'll hear from three incredible women who are proving that there’s no one way to build a successful business:🎪 Kate Laviolette (Empowerment Award Winner) – A yoga therapist, energy worker, aerial coach and circus artist who helps people break through physical and mental limitations, turning movement into empowerment.📖 Nmasichi...2025-03-2432 min
Gravity Healthcare HacksWhy You Could Be Missing Out Because of LinkedIn (with Guest Sheikh Ali)In this episode of Gravity Healthcare Hacks, host Melissa Brown (COO of Gravity Healthcare Consulting) sits down with Sheikh Ali, founder and owner of SC Medical Media, to explore the power of LinkedIn for healthcare executives and professionals.Despite its undeniable reach and influence, LinkedIn often goes underutilized by leaders in senior living and home health.Melissa and Sheikh discuss why an active, strategic presence on LinkedIn can lead to valuable collaborations, business development opportunities, and professional growth.Sheikh shares how he transitioned from medical school into entrepreneurship, ultimately focusing on LinkedIn marketing...2025-02-0314 min
The Authentic Awakening PodcastEp. 26: Breaking Free: How to Navigate the Transition to Your Dream Life
Are you ready to create a life that feels fulfilling and aligned but unsure where to start? In this episode, we dive deep into what it really takes to transition from feeling stuck in a traditional 9-to-5 job to living a life that lights you up. Learn why cookie-cutter plans don’t work, how to shift your mindset and beliefs to pave the way for change, and why making bold, unique decisions is the key to achieving the life you’ve always dreamed of. If you’re ready to step outside the box and embrace the journey to your authen...2025-01-0212 min
Opt InHoliday Gifting Done Right: What Employees and Clients Actually WantIn this holiday-themed episode, Melissa tackles the age-old question for business owners: How do you show appreciation during the holiday season without wasting money or missing the mark? From company swag to holiday parties, Melissa shares hard truths and practical advice to help you make thoughtful choices that leave a lasting impression.What You’ll Learn:Why Swag Misses the Mark: Why logoed gifts are a waste of money and don't deliver the marketing or morale boost you think they will.The Problem with Holiday Parties: Insight into why traditional parties may do mo...2024-12-1825 min
Your Worthy CareerThe ROI of CoachingEver wondered what career and leadership coaching actually does for you? In this episode, I’m diving into the real ROI you get when you invest in yourself through coaching. If you’re on a mission to elevate your career, grow as a leader, or just navigate the intense pace of Pharma and Biotech without losing yourself and wellbeing in the process—this episode is for you.I’m sharing research-backed insights and real client stories that show how coaching can deliver 5-7x returns on your investment, whether that’s designing your career path, getting promoted, increasing...2024-11-2721 min
Melissa Forman On DemandGrass Cutter Dave Scary MovieMelissa Forman talks with Grass Cutter Dave about scary movies.2024-10-1702 minMelissa Forman On DemandGrass Cutter Dave's Weird CoffeeMelissa Forman talks with Grass Cutter Dave about his weird coffee.2024-10-0402 minMelissa Forman On DemandGrass Cutter Dave Candy CornMelissa Forman talks with Grass Cutter Dave about candy corn.2024-09-2503 minMelissa Forman On DemandGrass Cutter Dave Puts Up Early DecorationsMelissa Forman talks with grass cutter dave about putting up early decorations.2024-09-1202 minMelissa Forman On DemandDave The Grass CutterMelissa Forman talks with Dave the grass cutter.2024-08-1402 min
Inside The Pleasure Studio with Melissa Louise PodcastYou are Responsible for your Pleasure(if you are listening to this on YouTube or your podcasting app, feel free to visit my Substack to WATCH the video too)Even though Hollywood would have us believe that sex and intimacy is a set of generic steps that has the act all wrapped up in 7 minutes with the women generally still wearing a (padded) bra, we all know that it is not a cookie-cutter act that follows a set of steps that can be used every single time we want to jiggy with it.Just expecting your partner or your new lover t...2024-06-0327 min
The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Business103 - Ditch the Elevator Pitch: Authentic Networking that WorksDo you dread giving an elevator pitch? In this episode, we explore how to ditch the scripted spiel and embrace authentic networking with Melissa Snow. Learn how genuine connections can transform your business and make networking enjoyable. Tune in to discover how to connect without the stress and truly stand out.In this episode of "The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Business," host Catryn Becker interviews Melissa Snow, a networking expert who believes in the power of authentic connections. Melissa shares her journey from being a dating coach to founding Powerful Women Rising, a community focused on...2024-05-2931 min
Brave Writer238. Thinking Differently About Learning with Maren and AngelaToday, we reunite with fellow podcasters and homeschool moms, Maren Goerss and Angela Sizer. We dive into their new book, Think Differently About Learning: A Homeschool Where Children and Parents Thrive.It can be all too easy for homeschooling families to unintentionally replicate the negative aspects of traditional schooling that they were trying to avoid: Cookie cutter approaches, stress, burnout, etc. Think Differently About Learning gives a roadmap for a more joyful approach.We talk about building an appetite for learning by honoring learning differences, rest, and small wins. Plus, we discuss relying on relationships...2024-05-2248 min
Let's Be Real: Mama JourneysLet's Be Real - Mama Journeys - Episode 90 W/Kelli Melissa ReinhardtKelli is a badass CEO of a Colorado nonprofit called BCC Evolution (now Make Mental Health Matter), a mental health and suicide awareness nonprofit. They focus on the education aspect after her sister took her life. Kelli was a teen mom at the age of 16 as a junior in high school. She put her daughter up for adoption because she watched her sister go through it as a teen mom and didn’t want that for her life. So she asked for an open adoption and is in contact with the family with lots of adoption in her family. She h...2024-04-2935 min
Build Your Brave Career for Women in TechLeave Perfectionism for Career Transformation with Melissa Rauen, Director of Technology to Compliance Analysis E157"I wanted to cultivate some happiness in my life because my mind was so stuck in perfectionism and performance, and I didn't do well enough. So I was like, I need some optimism and positivity. So the question is, where did I smile today?" - Melissa RauenThis week we dive into perfectionism and performance anxiety with guest Melissa Rauen. In one year Melissa changed almost every aspect of her life: she got married, bought a house, shifted her career, and transformed her approach to work and life. Melissa shares how she began separating h...2024-04-2839 min
AfterTheWellATW - Chat with Bethany GassanSummaryIn this conversation, Melissa Lapin and Bethany Gassan discuss Bethany's journey from San Diego, California to Juneau, Alaska, and her faith upbringing as a Jehovah's Witness. Bethany shares her well moment with Jesus, which occurred after a difficult breakup and a period of intense anger towards God. She describes how she screamed and yelled at God for hours, and in that moment, she heard an audible voice asking her why she blamed her problems on someone she didn't even believe in. This encounter led Bethany to reconsider her beliefs and eventually give her life...2024-04-1058 min
Learning to Change18. The Community Factory: Crafting Intimate Events for Meaningful Connections with Nicole OsiboduWelcome back to our series on creating impactful events.
In the last episode, Liz Lathan asked the question, “You know what would be really fun?” To which I said, “Inviting Liz’s business partner at The Community Factory to talk more about fun and spontaneity in events and dream about what events could be!”
So today, Nicole Osibodu joins me to dig into creating events that aren’t cookie-cutter and build real connections between attendees. She’ll also share about the first secret business trip and being barefoot in the boardroom.
Nicole Osibodu is a hug-addicted visionary and human catalyst with a flair f...2024-02-2839 min
DOCUMENTED. Miracles Happening TodayHOMESCHOOLED CHURCH KID TRAFFICKED- featuring Natalie Montieth**PARENTAL DISCRETION ADVISED**
We all know it is happening. There are online predators that use things like gaming platforms and social media to groom young people online.
But doesn't that always happen to someone else? Isn't that happening in homes where the parents are neglectful, busy, and don't know Christ? Its probably happening to kids in public school or kids with no supervision with two working parents. Certainly a home where the mom is a full time mom and the father is in law enforcement, both confessing Christians, it wouldn't happen to them. To the...2024-02-121h 43
The Pursuit of Purpose Podcast36| Making Business Human: Embracing Being Sucky and Leading From Your Real Life & Personality with Chelsea RiffeNowadays it seems the playbook rules for how to 'do business' are getting more and more prescriptive and rigid.
With cookie cutter offers, constant noise of the 'ultimate strategy you need NOW' and advice coming from all sides, building a business or project you love can go from an exciting passion-filled prospect to feeling overwhelming, stressful and even unfulfilling. We've made it all about strategy & hustle and in the process lost a lot of what used to make it feel human.
In today's episode Im joined by Chelsea Riffe, a master podcast strategist & mentor, host...2023-11-061h 13
DOCUMENTED. Miracles Happening TodayTHIS JESUS THING WAS MINE-featuring Stephanie Van EppsStephanie was a well rounded child that was involved in every activity imaginable. She loved to dance and act and had dreams of modeling in NY after she graduated. She was baptized into the Catholic church as a baby and was supported and loved by her Mother and Incredible Grandparents growing up. Her Mother had very high standards for her school education, the only acceptable grades were 90's and above. She would see her Father every other weekend and he would do her best to make it feel like home and entertain her while she was there. So how...2023-09-252h 21
Leadership and CX PodcastChange Your Selling Game With Empathy And AuthenticityIn today’s competitive business landscape, sales professionals are recognizing the importance of incorporating empathy and authenticity into their selling process. Gone are the days of aggressive sales tactics; customers now crave genuine connections and personalized experiences. Empathy plays a crucial role in understanding the needs, wants, and pain points of customers. When sales professionals take the time to put themselves in their customer’s shoes, they can tailor their approach to address specific concerns effectively. By actively listening and showing genuine care for customer challenges, they create a safe space for open communication. Authenticity goes hand in hand with empa...2023-08-2400 minLeadership and CX PodcastChange Your Selling Game With Empathy And AuthenticityIn today’s competitive business landscape, sales professionals are recognizing the importance of incorporating empathy and authenticity into their selling process. Gone are the days of aggressive sales tactics; customers now crave genuine connections and personalized experiences. Empathy plays a crucial role in understanding the needs, wants, and pain points of customers. When sales professionals take the time to put themselves in their customer’s shoes, they can tailor their approach to address specific concerns effectively. By actively listening and showing genuine care for customer challenges, they create a safe space for open communication. Authenticity goes hand in hand with empa...2023-08-2400 min
From Grief to Gold41. What does it really mean to give yourself grace?The Google definition of "grace" as a verb is: to do honor or credit to someone or something by ones presence
We're constantly told to give ourselves grace. With people saying thing's like "you're doing a good job, doing your best, give yourself grace."
Presence doesn't mean you're doing anything, it just means you're there.
Give yourself grace. It doesn't matter what you do, what you didn't do.. giving yourself grace is honoring your presence. Did you show up?
...2023-08-0710 minDOCUMENTED. Miracles Happening TodayI'M NOT GONNA BE WHO YOU EXPECTED- featuring Shawn SlotterbackThe word stupid was thrown around a lot in Shawns life. It began with his father, transitioned to his teachers, and landed with his peers calling for him to stop being stupid. Early on Shawn decided to live up to the bar set for him. The various forms of abuse he endured mounted inside him making him a rage machine. Anything and everything would set him off, he spent more days in detention than class and was continually in fights at school. Bull Riding became his life in high school and he constantly left people in shock at the...2023-08-051h 50DOCUMENTED. Miracles Happening TodayIN AN INSTANT- featuring Faith DekensFor a girl named Faith, she lived a life where there was little of it. At just three years old her first memory was her house being raided by the police. Her Father was heavily addicted to all manner of drugs and she never remembers a time he was sober. Whenever the chaos and madness would catch up to him, his answer was to move her mom and two brothers to another state or another city for a fresh start. Unfortunately, bound by the same habits and decisions the trajectory of their lives would end back in chaos. Domestic...2023-06-2355 minDOCUMENTED. Miracles Happening TodayJESUS REVOLUTION: JUST TO BE A PART- featuring Sharon AllenToday we had on a beautiful woman of God who was saved at the age of 9! She and her husband have remained faithful and involved in their local church in Prescott AZ for over 53 years. She and her husband were front row to the Jesus Revolution that took place in the early 1970's and were fortunate to be a part of a church and have a Pastor who had been contending for Revival and welcomed these hippies with open arms. The powerful little secret is that it was HER and her husbands decision to stay faithful to this church...2023-06-021h 20DOCUMENTED. Miracles Happening TodayJESUS REVOLUTION: JUST TO BE A PART -featuring Sharon AllenToday we had on a beautiful woman of God who was saved at the age of 9! She and her husband have remained faithful and involved in their local church in Prescott AZ for over 53 years. She and her husband were front row to the Jesus Revolution that took place in the early 1970's and were fortunate to be a part of a church and have a Pastor who had been contending for Revival and welcomed these hippies with open arms. The powerful little secret is that it was HER and her husbands decision to stay faithful to this church...2023-06-012h 04DOCUMENTED. Miracles Happening TodayJESUS LOVES YOU- featuring Gary BashamYes. Jesus Loves You those three little words were what Gary would remember laying flat on his back in intensive care. The doctor who had told him that he needed a serious open heart procedure because of the major damage his meth addiction had done had just walked out of the door. He had said he needed emergency surgery and he had to be transported but they didn't think he would live through the flight. All the sudden Gary felt something he had never felt before the FEAR of God. Like a Movie his mind played all the horrific...2023-04-211h 49
The 5-Minute StrategistHow To Close Sales Faster Using Customer Insights With Melissa HarstineWe know we need to sell them what they want and then give them what they need but is your message telling them what they want to hear to buy?Melissa Harstine walks you through how to use customer insights in your business to get you more of the right clients and reduce your conversion friction and timeKey TakeawayPeople will reveal things they didn’t even know they were thinking in a conversation in response to questions you might not have thought to ask before.We ta...2023-04-0622 minDOCUMENTED. Miracles Happening TodayTHAT MY DEAR WAS AN ANGEL-featuring Marian PetersonAngels are mentioned over 273 times in the bible! Though a lot of things remain a mystery about the supernatural beings, the bible shares a lot about the purposes of angels all throughout its pages. Exodus 23:20 "Behold, I send an angel before you to guard you on the way and to bring you to the place that I have prepares." and Hebrews 1:14 "Are they not ministering spirits sent out to serve for the sake of those who inherit salvation?"
Our guest today testified to angelic encounters that she had throughout her husband and her ministry. A God who...2023-03-241h 05DOCUMENTED. Miracles Happening TodayTHEY DON'T KNOW US LIKE THAT-featuring Verenice GuzmanGrowing up Verenice had no concept of a Father in her household. Everyone she knew including herself, grew up Fatherless. Yet, she knew there was something in her heart that longed for that relationship. She would cry for him in her sleep though she didn't know exactly what she was crying for, what it was she was missing, or what a Father was suppose to be. All she knew of him was his voice over the phone. One day a phone call came and she learned she would never hear his voice again. The first time she would see...2023-02-231h 02
DOCUMENTED. Miracles Happening TodayIF YOU'RE REAL;BE IN MY LIFE -featuring Johnny GuzmanHe thought every kid lived like this. He didn't even realize they were poor until much later in life. Didn't everyone have to to go through bouts of abuse? Hunger drove him to steal on a weekly bases from a nearby convenience store. He became the provider and self appointed protector of his little sister Violet. His Dad was always out of the picture. Despite his less than ideal circumstances, he loved his mother deeply and longed to fix what was plaguing her.
At the age of 8 his mother never returned from a weekend of partying and t...2023-01-181h 15
Nature of Wellness ™️ PodcastEpisode Seven-Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Melissa SundermannWe'd love to hear from you about this episode.We are going to tell you something that you already know. Our lives are made up of many different parts and each of us is quite different. It just stands to reason that the way we approach our overall health should be just as unique. Our modern healthcare system can sometimes get labeled as impersonal, quick to rely on pharmaceutical treatments, and a bit “cookie cutter.”Enter the growing area of the healthcare world called Lifestyle Medicine, which is proving to be an ele...2023-01-131h 13