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Feelings MatterFeelings MatterWorried #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of worry - that feeling of being troubled or having a mind busy with anxiety or doubt. The conversation examines worry as primarily a mental rather than physical experience, its relationship to control and choice, and how it differs from anxiety. The hosts share contrasting perspectives on worry, with some experiencing it frequently while others find it largely absent from their emotional landscape.Episode Highlights:Heather notes how the visual representation of worry shows the character looking off into the distance...2025-07-2213 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterGlad #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of feeling glad - that sense of being pleased, happy, and gratified. The conversation delves into how gladness differs from related emotions like happiness and joy, examining its unique combination of gratitude and surprise. The hosts discuss the sustaining nature of gladness compared to more fleeting emotions and emphasize the importance of recognizing these positive feelings when they occur.Episode Highlights:Michelle defines gladness as "the intersection of joy and gratitude," distinguishing it from simple gratitude (being grateful for paid bills...2025-07-1710 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterExasperated #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of exasperation - that feeling of having your patience greatly tested and feeling super annoyed or overwhelmed. Tina vulnerably shares her current experience of exasperation in real time, leading to an authentic discussion about how small things can feel overwhelming when we're already stressed, and how this emotion often signals that our boundaries or sense of agency have been compromised. The hosts examine generational and cultural factors that may contribute to this feeling.Episode Highlights:Tina shares her current state of...2025-07-1515 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterAmbivalence #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of ambivalence - feeling two opposite feelings or attitudes at the same time, or simply feeling indecisive. The conversation distinguishes ambivalence from indifference and examines how this emotion can manifest both as a symptom of depression and as decision fatigue. The hosts discuss how ambivalence can put people on the precipice of isolation and share strategies for moving through this challenging emotional state.Episode Highlights:Heather describes experiencing ambivalence in two ways: as part of depression where she simply doesn't...2025-07-0111 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterFurious #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the intense emotion of feeling furious - that state of intense anger, actively raging, or feeling violent. The conversation examines fury as an "amygdala hijack" that can signal the need for significant change and growth, while also offering practical strategies for managing this overwhelming emotion. The hosts share personal experiences with fury and discuss techniques for de-escalation when this intense emotion emerges.Episode Highlights:Michelle describes fury as rare for her but connected to feelings of helplessness when she has no control over a...2025-06-2616 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterCharming #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of feeling charming - that pleasant feeling with an air of charisma that creates connection with others. The conversation examines the distinction between authentic and inauthentic charm, how charm functions in relationships and performance settings, and the positive dynamic that can emerge when people mutually experience this delightful emotion. The hosts discuss charm as both something we feel within ourselves and something we experience from others.Episode Highlights:Tina introduces charming as feeling "pleasant with an air of charisma," using...2025-06-2409 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterNovel #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Tina Schweiger, Michelle Stinson Ross, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of feeling novel - that sense of having no precedent or experiencing something completely new. The conversation examines how novel differs from fear of the unknown, the importance of actively seeking novelty as we age, and how this childlike sense of wonder can contribute to innovation, creativity, and compassion. The hosts share personal examples of experiencing novelty and discuss how to cultivate this positive emotion in daily life.Episode Highlights:Tina describes novel as a "childlike sense of wonder" that becomes...2025-06-1009 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterLively #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of feeling lively - that sensation of being full of life and energetic. The conversation reveals how introversion and extroversion influence experiences of liveliness, using their recent conference attendance as a case study. The hosts discuss how to harness lively energy when it appears and emphasize the contagious nature of this positive emotion.Episode Highlights:Michelle describes feeling lively at their recent conference while working the expo hall floor, noting how as an extrovert she was energized by constant interaction with...2025-06-0510 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterEnlightened #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Heather Hampton, Michelle Stinson Ross, and Tina Schweiger explore the emotion of feeling enlightened - that sudden feeling of understanding, awareness, or wisdom about something or someone. The conversation delves into the difference between learning and enlightenment, how enlightenment drives innovation and creativity, and the role this emotion can play in professional settings. The hosts share personal experiences of enlightenment and discuss how it connects to empathy and holding space for others.Episode Highlights:Heather describes enlightenment as those magical moments when "several things that you know or have learned come...2025-06-0409 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterConfused - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of confusion - that feeling of being bewildered, unclear, or unsure what to do. The conversation examines whether confusion is primarily a thinking state or an emotion, how people typically respond to feeling confused, and how confusion can manifest in relationships. The hosts also discuss the concerning connection between persistent confusion and manipulative relationship dynamics, offering resources and insights for healthier responses to this common emotion.Episode Highlights:Tina suggests confusion blends thinking and feeling, noting that people often say "...2025-05-2719 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterAdorable - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of feeling adorable - that sensation of feeling cute and adored, or finding someone or something unbearably cute. The conversation examines the two-way nature of adoration, the concept of "cute aggression," and how we might cultivate more experiences of this light, positive emotion in our lives. The hosts also discuss the importance of recognizing and growing positive emotions, not just analyzing challenging ones.Episode Highlights:Heather introduces adorable as a feeling associated with "puppies and kittens" but admits she often...2025-05-2214 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterAggressive - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Heather Hampton, Michelle Stinson Ross,  and Tina Schweiger explore the emotion of aggression - that feeling of wanting to attack or argue with someone. The conversation moves from personal experiences with aggression to the challenges of handling aggression in children, particularly neurodivergent children. The hosts discuss how aggression can be contagious, creating escalating cycles, and share insights about maintaining calm in the face of others' aggressive behavior.Episode Highlights:Heather shares how she experiences aggression primarily while driving, using her car as a "safe space" to express feelings she wouldn't verbalize f...2025-05-2014 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterSorrowful - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of being sorrowful - that feeling of being heavy-hearted and deeply unhappy, often due to a loss or disappointment. The conversation delves into the physical sensations of sorrow, its relationship to depression, and how different contexts can shape our experience of this profound emotion. The hosts share personal insights about moving through sorrow rather than getting stuck in it, offering powerful metaphors and practical wisdom.Episode Highlights:Heather describes experiencing sorrowful in two distinct ways: during periods of depression (accompanied...2025-05-1614 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterAversion - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Tina Schweiger, Michelle Stinson Ross, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of aversion - described simply as "feeling stuck in a state of dislike." The conversation examines how aversion serves as both a protective mechanism and a potential barrier to growth and connection. The hosts discuss their personal experiences with aversion, its relationship to anxiety, and strategies for managing this emotion rather than allowing it to lead to harmful avoidance patterns.Episode Highlights:Tina shares her experience with misophonia (aversion to specific sounds like chewing), explaining how it creates a desire to physically...2025-05-1608 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterAnxious - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore anxiety as both an emotion and a condition. The conversation delves into how anxiety manifests physically, the distinction between anxiety and related feelings like nervousness, and practical techniques for creating safety and disrupting anxiety patterns. The hosts share their personal experiences with anxiety and offer insights on how to cultivate resilience against this challenging emotion.Episode Highlights:Michelle describes her experience of anxiety as "being prepared for the truck to hit me," noting it often appears due to past trauma and manifests...2025-05-1516 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterSmug - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Heather Hampton, Michelle Stinson Ross, and Tina Schweiger explore the emotion of smugness - that irritating feeling of being excessively pleased with oneself or offensively self-satisfied. The conversation delves into different perspectives on smugness, its relationship to contempt, and how this emotion can serve as an important signal in relationships. The hosts discuss the importance of approaching all emotions non-judgmentally while acknowledging that certain emotions, like smugness, may warrant closer examination.Episode Highlights:Heather describes smugness as having an element of arrogance and "demeaning another person," placing it in the category...2025-05-0810 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterBlissful - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of feeling blissful - that state of being extremely happy or full of joy. The hosts discuss how bliss represents an intersection of joy and peace, emphasizing its qualities of contentment, presence, and serenity. They share personal experiences of bliss and offer insights on how to create conditions where this gentle yet profound emotion might naturally arise.Episode Highlights:Michelle describes bliss as the intersection of joy and peace - a feeling that's happy and good but also "very chill,"...2025-05-0609 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterEmbarrassed - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of embarrassment - that uncomfortable feeling of being improperly exposed or self-conscious. The hosts dive into the physical sensations of embarrassment, share personal stories of embarrassing moments, and discuss how this emotion relates to other feelings like imposter syndrome. They also touch on how pushing through the fear of embarrassment can lead to personal growth.Episode Highlights:Tina describes the physical sensations of embarrassment as feeling like "moths" in her stomach (not the happy butterflies), speeding up breath while simultaneously...2025-05-0111 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterApathy - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Heather Hampton, Michelle Stinson Ross, and Tina Schweiger explore the emotion of apathy - that feeling of not caring about things that usually matter. The hosts discuss how apathy differs from indifference, its connection to depression and emotional exhaustion, and how recognizing this emotion can serve as an important warning signal. They share personal experiences with apathy and offer insights about how to respond when this emotional flatness appears.Episode Highlights:Heather describes apathy as feeling like "going through the motions in life without really any purpose or direction," noting its...2025-04-2909 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterDelighted - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of being delighted - that feeling of being greatly pleased or experiencing a strong sense of joy. The hosts discuss the lightness and buoyancy of delight, how it typically occurs in response to something specific, and why capturing these fleeting moments is valuable for building emotional resilience. They share personal examples of delight in their everyday lives and suggest ways to cultivate more of this uplifting emotion.Episode Highlights:Michelle shares how she experienced delight while editing previous podcast episodes...2025-04-2409 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterCraving - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of craving - that strong feeling of desire and yearning. The hosts discuss how craving manifests as a physical sensation, its repetitive nature, and how this emotion often signals deeper unmet needs. Rather than viewing cravings as simple impulses to be immediately satisfied, they suggest using cravings as valuable emotional data that can lead to greater self-awareness.Episode Highlights:Tina describes the physical experience of craving as a tension in her body, emphasizing that while cravings are associated with unmet...2025-04-2208 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterThrilled - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross, Tina Schweiger, and Heather Hampton explore the emotion of being thrilled - that feeling of extreme excitement and delight. They discuss how we often casually use powerful emotion words, the different ways people experience thrills, and the relationship between thrilled and other intense emotions like anxiety and elation. The conversation takes an interesting turn as they share personal experiences with thrill-seeking and emotional vulnerability.Episode Highlights:The hosts contrast naturally experiencing thrills versus intentional "thrill-seeking" behaviors, noting that while thrilled is typically a positive emotion, thrill-seeking can sometimes...2025-04-1618 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterTired - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross and Tina Schweiger are joined by Heather Hampton to explore the emotion of being tired. The conversation distinguishes between physical tiredness and emotional fatigue, with all three hosts sharing their personal experiences with emotional exhaustion, particularly in relation to depression and mental health. They discuss coping strategies and the importance of support when experiencing this draining emotion.Episode Highlights:Heather describes emotional tiredness as feeling "like slogging through waist deep mud in the dark," where everyday tasks require extra focus and energy despite maintaining outward appearancesMichelle explains how...2025-04-1610 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterLove - #FeelingsMatterIn this episode of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross and Tina Schweiger are joined by Heather Hampton to explore the emotion of love. The conversation delves into the multifaceted nature of love, from romantic partnerships to passion for work, highlighting how love involves both feeling and choice. The hosts share personal reflections on what love means to them and how it manifests in their lives.Episode Highlights:Tina discusses her love for studying the complexity of the human experience, particularly emotions, describing herself as a "connoisseur" who wakes up excited every day because of this passionMichelle emphasizes...2025-04-1610 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterEmotional Literacy - #FeelingsMatter#FeelingsMatter - Emotional Literacy (Season 3 Premiere) In the Season 3 premiere of #FeelingsMatter, hosts Michelle Stinson Ross and Tina Schweiger explore emotional literacy and introduce Feel Wise, a tool featuring 156 emotions represented visually. This episode serves as a foundation for the new season format, where future episodes will offer short, "snackable" segments focusing on one emotion at a time to help listeners develop a comprehensive emotional vocabulary.Episode Highlights:Introduction to Feel Wise, which goes beyond traditional emotion wheels by visually representing emotions and providing mindfulness techniques for processing feelingsDistinction between academic emotional literacy...2025-04-1634 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterFeelings Matter Season 3 TrailerJoin Tina Schweiger, Heather Hampton, and Michelle Stinson Ross as they dig deeper into a full vocabulary of emotional expression. This trailer is just a quick snack of what you can expect this season on #FeelingsMatter.2025-04-0205 minSpirit of EQSpirit of EQImproving EQ Through Technology with Tina Schweiger and Michelle Stinson-RossIn this episode of the "Spirit of EQ" podcast, Eric Pennington welcomes co-founders of Feelalytics, Michelle Stinson Ross and Tina Schweiger, as they provide invaluable insights into leveraging technology to elevate emotional intelligence (EQ) in organizations.The highlight of the episode is the unveiling of a groundbreaking tool designed by Feelalytics for collecting emotional responses from video content. This innovative technology integrates an emoji keyboard on a web page with a video embedded to gather data on audience reactions, enabling organizations to assess the effectiveness of their content and refine production processes. Top Takeaways2024-05-081h 01Home Business Profits with Ray HigdonHome Business Profits with Ray HigdonHow To Help & Impact More People In this episode Ray, faith-based network marketing coach, founder of RankMakers and the Higdon Group, shares and discusses quotes from Michelle Stinson Ross, Brian Chesky, A. W. Tozer & Brian Halligan as well as verses faith-based tips on how to help and impact more people in your life and business.     FaithOverFearLIVE.com   BrotherUp.com   Ray Higdon, is a bestselling author of several books, renowned inspirational speaker, earner of multiple seven figures in a multi-million dollar home based business and founder of the Higdon Group, a Fortune 5000 company, where he's helped clients generate over 500,000 new customers through his...2024-04-0530 minSpirit of EQSpirit of EQBelonging and EQ at Work with Tina Schweiger and Michelle Stinson Ross of Mindful AppyThere is a need for psychologically safe ways to ask for and get emotional feedback in the workplace. Inspired by the Net Promoter Score, Mindful Appy CEO, Tina Schweiger, has developed a way to track the emotional state of a group of people with the Net Emotional Index.We get to speak with Tina Schweiger, Co-Founder and CEO/Michelle Stinson Ross, Co-Founder and CMO about Mindful Appy.Mindful AppyIn each episode, Jeff and Eric will talk about what emotional intelligence, or understanding your emotions, can do for you in your daily and work...2022-08-101h 19Feelings MatterFeelings MatterWorkplace culture and Mental Health Part 2Now, more than ever, a supportive environment for mental health is essential. As we strive to create a workplace environment in which everyone can talk more openly and proactively about mental health, most people struggle with how best to respond when they are concerned about a colleague. Episode Highlights- Dealing with the power dynamic with leadership- "Psychological safety is not relaxing your standards, feeling comfortable, being nice and agreeable, or giving unconditional praise. Psychological safety is a culture of respect, trust, and openness where it's not risky to raise ideas and concerns" Amy Edmonson2022-05-2623 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterWorkplace culture and Mental Health Part 1Now, more than ever, a supportive environment for mental health is essential. As we strive to create a workplace environment in which everyone can talk more openly and proactively about mental health, most people struggle with how best to respond when they are concerned about a colleague. Episode Highlights- Check-in with your colleagues- Ask open ended questions and pose them as “I” questions-- I noticed that things aren’t okay lately-- I care about you and I’d like to make time to chat- Make time to create enough s...2022-05-1218 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterMind Your BodyA recent study confirmed that Americans are exercising less and sitting more during the pandemic. It may seem like no big deal, but the pandemic has impacted everyone's mental health as well. So, it's important to recognize the important and positive link between mental health and exercise. Studies have shown that exercise can be a great tool for improving common mental health issues. Episode HighlightsExercise enhances concentration, mood, energy and motivation with neurochemical changes that increase:- BDNF (Brain-derived Neurotrophic Factor)-the brain’s own “Miracle Gro”- Dopamine-which helps motivate you- Seroto...2022-04-2932 minConvention Center PodcastConvention Center PodcastThe New Normal…Self-Care?Michelle Stinson Ross is the CMO of Mindful Appy.  The company works with organizations that are ready to embrace a cultural shift to create a Psychologically safe workplace.  Mindful Appy analyzes the company’s data derived from KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and evaluates employees’ emotional engagement by using NEI (Net Emotional Index).  As you listen…take notes, Stinson provides employees and employers with an easily implemented toolbox.   This month’s podcast offers insights provided by Mindful Appy on Self-Care -I am not a Machine.  I am a Human Being!The podcast im...2022-04-2628 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterManaging Workplace Stress Part 2Moving into post-pandemic operations is still creating a wave of stress and anxiety in our homes and community. It's important for workplace teams to recognize how stress manifests itself and adopt strategies and practices that can help them navigate stress in the healthiest way possible. Episode Highlights- Watch out for the negative coping strategies- Good hydration, good sleep, exercise are important- It’s important to complete the stress cycle-- Stressor: anything perceived as threatening and activates the stress cycle-- Action: to complete the cycle & release stress chemicals, mu...2022-04-2121 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterManaging Workplace Stress Part 1Moving into post-pandemic operations is still creating a wave of stress and anxiety in our homes and community. It's important for workplace teams to recognize how stress manifests itself and adopt strategies and practices that can help them navigate stress in the healthiest way possible. Episode Highlights-91 percent of respondents say having an unmanageable amount of stress or frustration negatively impacts the quality of their work- 83 percent of respondents say burnout from work can negatively impact their personal relationships.-87 percent of professionals surveyed say they have passion for their current job...2022-04-1522 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterWorkplace Empathy Part TwoIn this episode we explore what it means to show empathy and how a few simple actions can help create stronger connections and build a culture of honesty and openness. These are important factors for nurturing a more productive and healthier workplace as we navigate the challenges of an uncertain time.Episode Highlights- 83% of employees would choose a workplace with a healthy culture over higher salary- We need to reframe empathy as the action of listening - We can make assumptions about team dynamics, but we don’t know until we ask the qu...2022-04-0717 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterCultivating Empathy for a Healthier WorkplaceWhether your staff is in the office or working remotely, understanding other people's emotions is a key skill in the workplace. It can enable us to resolve conflicts, build more productive teams and improve our relationships with co-workers, clients and customers.Episode Highlights- Empathetic companies outperform competitors by 20%- Empathy creates the environment for a more engaged workforce - Empathy is essential for creating a positive and productive workplace environment- Empathy and accountability go hand in hand- There are 3 different levels of empathy:-- cognitive: ability to understand...2022-03-3119 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterHow Does Tina REALLY Feel About Emotional Intelligence? Part 2What exactly is Emotional Intelligence? It’s not just empathy, it’s not just emotional awareness, and it’s more than the sum of all these components. Emotional Intelligence is a skill that one can actually improve upon through active practice. A good leader exemplifies strong emotional intelligence through openness and actively engaging employees, and even has an ethical responsibility to make sure they are utilizing positive communication.Episode Highlights- We often judge others by their behavior, but ourselves by our intentions. To resolve this, we need to actually ASK the other person about their intentions and fi...2022-03-2416 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterHow Does Tina Really Feel About Emotional Intelligence Part 1What exactly is Emotional Intelligence? It’s not just empathy, it’s not just emotional awareness, and it’s more than the sum of all these components. Emotional Intelligence is a skill that one can actually improve upon through active practice. A good leader exemplifies strong emotional intelligence through openness and actively engaging employees, and even has an ethical responsibility to make sure they are utilizing positive communication.Episode Highlights- The term emotional “intelligence” is a misnomer, as it implies that it is something you are born with rather than a skill that one gains through practice a...2022-03-1719 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterMental Health Myths Part 2Mental health myths are abundant and pervasive. Dispelling myths in the workplace creates a culture in which stigma is diminished, and employees feel more confident in seeking help when they need it.Episode HighlightsMental health issues are common are by no means a character flaw, workplaces need to abandon the stigma that comes from expressing mental health concernsWhile many managers and employers may be well-intentioned, they might not be aware of how to address mental health in the workplace Episode Resources“Mind the Workplace”, Mental Health America, 2021. https://www.mhanational.org/mind...2022-01-1017 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterDispelling Mental Health Myths in the WorkplaceMental health myths are abundant and pervasive. Dispelling myths in the workplace creates a culture in which stigma is diminished, and employees feel more confident in seeking help when they need it.Episode HighlightsOne of the main reasons employees are leaving jobs or feeling resentful is because they feel they aren’t being heard by management, or their boundaries are not being respected.Mental health issues are common are by no means a character flaw, workplaces need to abandon the stigma that comes from expressing mental health concernsOur emotions are part of our he...2021-12-1320 minPR After Hours with Alex GreenwoodPR After Hours with Alex GreenwoodMaking Sense of the Great Resignation with Michelle Stinson RossIn October 2021, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that 4.3 million Americans, or 2.9% of the entire workforce, had quit their jobs in August. That’s more than 10 percent of the previous record-breaking annual total in just one month.  One reason many have expressed for resigning is a poor working environment. What if there was a scientifically-sound way to gauge employee satisfaction and address toxic workplace behavior? Find out as we welcome Michelle Stinson Ross to the show.  Michelle is an industry-recognized authority on digital marketing, particularly the convergence of content, search, and social media. She...2021-11-0428 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterStressed: How remote working impacts mental healthThere are growing concerns that people’s mental health and well-being can take a hit when working remotely. Research shows that being “always on” and accessible by technology while working remotely leads to the blurring of work and non-work boundaries, particularly if you work from home.Episode Resourceshttps://www.cnbc.com/2020/04/09/heres-what-we-know-about-how-remote-work-changes-us.htmlhttps://theconversation.com/how-remote-working-can-increase-stress-and-reduce-well-being-125021https://www.forbes.com/sites/chriswestfall/2020/10/08/mental-health-leadership-survey-reveals-80-of-remote-workers-would-quit-their-jobs-for-this/?sh=4c853c673a0fhttps://www.verywellmind.com/the-stress-of-working-from-home-4141174https://www.overcoffeegames.com/ Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/us...2021-07-2721 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterVulnerable: Psychological SafetyPsychological safety — the belief that one can speak up without risk of punishment or humiliation — has been well established as a critical driver of high-quality decision making, healthy group dynamics and interpersonal relationships, greater innovation, and more effective execution in organizations. When it comes to psychological safety, managers have traditionally focused on enabling candor and dissent with respect to work content. The problem is, as the boundary between work and life becomes increasingly blurry, managers must make staffing, scheduling, and coordination decisions that take into account employees’ personal circumstances — a categorically different domain.Episode ResourcesBuilding a psycholo...2021-07-0126 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterIsolation: 100 Misfits with Sam FiorellaMental Health Advocate & Speaker, Co-Founder of The Yellow Bench Project & #YellowIsForHello Campaign Sam Fiorella joins us to share the stories of student mental health and the impact of suicide preventions on families.Episode HighlightsSam’s personal story of losing his son to suicideSharing Lucas’s legacy is how Sam worked through his pain and lossThe need for mental health education and literacyThe importance of self-compassionNon-judgemental validation of how your kids feel and how you feel is the first stepEpisode Resourceshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/s...2021-06-2432 minMysterious Goings On with Alex GreenwoodMysterious Goings On with Alex GreenwoodSeason 7 Finale: In SuspenseIn this season 7 finale, Alex shares an interview he did on the #FeelingsMatter podcast, where he discusses his approach to emotion in writing...particularly suspense!  The mission of #FeelingsMatter is to demystify everything about emotions. Helping us all get more comfortable talking about them. Every week, join Mindful Appy’s founder, Tina Schweiger, and Michelle Stinson Ross as they unpack a new angle on emotions, draw on the science of the human brain, and delve into the psychology of human nature. Learn more about #FeelingsMatter here. Michael Jeffords' book, Kril is available here: htt...2021-06-2448 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterNeedy: Feelings at workFeelings are messengers of needs. Meeting needs unlocks positive feelings and energy; neglecting needs does the opposite. By integrating business objectives with meeting people’s needs, companies can make sure the strong wind of a positive emotional force is at their back.Episode Highlights- Real world example of feelings at work- The value of emotional resilience- Simple tips for reducing stress in the moment- Meeting the need for connection and belonging- Checking in before the start of a meeting gives remote workers a chance to be present...2021-06-1028 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterFlux: Moving from One Emotional State to AnotherWe often experience shifting emotions. Sometimes it just happens without our control. Sometimes a little mindful focus can give us the opportunity to move from one feeling to another. Flux in particular is a sign that we are moving from general positive feelings to more negative ones.The highest correlations were found between a person’s perceived ability to distinguish multiple emotions at once and sense when emotions blend and change. Higher reported scores on this variable indicate a higher score in the psychological capital variable of optimism. Upon further research, several studies were found that confirm this re...2021-06-0322 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterFamiliarity - Emotional Branding Episode 14Emotional branding refers to the practice of building brands that appeal directly to a consumer's emotional state, needs and aspirations. Emotional branding is successful when it triggers an emotional response in the consumer. Emotional brands have a significant impact when the consumer experiences a strong and lasting attachment to the brand comparable to a feeling of bonding, companionship or love. Familiarity is the emotional side of brand recognition/recall.Episode Highlights- Emotion deeply relates to brand at the level of identity and brand voice- How brands handle polarizing emotions related to things like politics2021-05-2725 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterKindness: Nick Adkins' PinkSocks - Episode 13Co-founder of pinksocks.life , Nick Adkins, joins us to talk about kindness. Nick says, "when I gift the socks, I always look the other person in the eyes and say 'Every time you wear your pinksocks you’re going to make people smile! People will come up to you and ask you about your pinksocks. That’s your opportunity to connect with another person, that had you not have been wearing your pinksocks that day, the two of you would have missed each other in the universe. Don’t miss that moment to connect and share space! Get off your bike...2021-05-2030 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterJudgement: Moral Emotions - Episode 12Moral emotion is the idea that we believe some emotions are good and some emotions are bad and we judge them as such. Moral emotions also encompass how we use emotion to change behavior in others.Episode Highlights- How does judging emotion impact behavior driven by feelings?- How are we internalizing this and judging our own emotions? How does that judgment impact behavior?- Moral emotions seem to be a social construct, how are we using it to function as a society/culture?- How do we use outwardly directed feelings to...2021-05-1325 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterCalm: Emotional Regulation - Feelings Matter Episode 11Emotion regulation is the ability to exert control over one's own emotional state. It may involve behaviors such as rethinking a challenging situation to reduce anger or anxiety, hiding visible signs of sadness or fear, or focusing on reasons to feel happy or calm.Episode Highlightshttps://positivepsychology.com/emotion-regulation/6 Most Useful Emotional Regulation Skills for Adults- Self-awareness- Mindful awareness- Cognitive Reappraisal- Adaptability- Self compassion- Emotional supportBONUS CONTENT - During the live broadcast, we also discussed how parents can help our...2021-05-0621 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterSuspense Pt2 - with Alex GreenwoodIn this episode, we explore the value of mindful representation of mental illness in books, TV, film. Part of the cultural struggle with mental health stigma has to do with the media representations of OCD, PTSD, Paranoia. Mental health is not a dramatic device, but it is fair to present characters that the general public can relate to.J. Alexander Greenwood is an award-winning writer, public relations consultant, speaker, and podcaster. He is best known as the author of the acclaimed John Pilate Mysteries. You can learn more about Alex, the John Pilate book series, and his podcasts...2021-04-2920 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterSuspense Part 1 with Alex Greenwood - Feelings Matter Episode 9In this first of a 2 episode interview with suspense author, J. Alexander Greenwood we get the backstory about how his title character John Pilate came into being.J. Alexander Greenwood is an award-winning writer, public relations consultant, speaker, and podcaster. He is best known as the author of the acclaimed John Pilate Mysteries. https://amzn.to/2QEuZpv You can learn more about Alex, the John Pilate book series, and his podcasts Mysterious Goings On https://mgopod.com/ and PR After Hours https://prafterhours.com/ Episode Highlights- Introduction to author, J. Alexander Greenwood and the...2021-04-2221 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterFascination: Measuring Emotion - Feelings Matter Episode 8Everything about communication and social interactions is emotional. We are either making a concerted effort to elicit an emotional reaction or dealing with the fall-out of an emotional reaction. Knowing how words and actions are actually affecting the emotions of others is incredibly useful. How we measure and quantify emotional feedback is both tricky and highly rewarding.Episode Resources - Automated voice analysis using short recordings of patient speech may be used to augment depression screen and symptom management. https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:f9b653cc-b36c-44fc-87f1-6...2021-04-1523 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterFatigue: Impact of Covid-19 on Emotional Well-being - Feelings Matter Episode 7Fatigue is a term used to describe an overall feeling of tiredness or lack of energy. It isn't the same as simply feeling drowsy or sleepy. When you're fatigued, you have no motivation and no energy. Being sleepy may be a symptom of fatigue, but it's not the same thing. Covid fatigue implies that more and more people are fed up with the quarantine and breaking the rules.Episode Resources* Craft, David. Radical Acceptance And Self-Esteem: Embrace Your Gifts Of Imperfection, Overcome Your Confidence Gap And Build Self-Acceptance https://www.amazon.com/Radical-Acceptance-Self-Esteem-Imperfection-Self-Acceptance/dp/1724000853* Pandemic fatigue...2021-04-0823 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterFlow: the Experience Sampling Method - Feelings Matter Episode 6Hungarian-American psychologist, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, discovered the state of flow thanks to the technological innovation of pagers in the 1970. From Wikipedia - In an interview with Wired magazine, Csíkszentmihályi described flow as "being completely involved in an activity for its own sake. The ego falls away. Time flies. Every action, movement, and thought follows inevitably from the previous one, like playing jazz. Your whole being is involved, and you're using your skills to the utmost." Episode ResourcesMihaly Csikszentmihalyi - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mihaly_CsikszentmihalyiThe Experience Sampling Method - https://link.springer.co...2021-04-0126 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterEmpathy: the Net Emotional Index - Feelings Matter Episode 5The past year of social distancing and remote working has turned our ideas of what the workplace should be on its head. The opportunities for managers and co-workers to pause from the tasks of the work day and take a moment to connect are few and far between. Trying to gage how well an employee is dealing with stress at work and at home over Zoom and Slack are nearly impossible.Tina and Michelle address the need for psychologically safe ways to ask for and get emotional feedback in the workplace. Inspired by the Net Promoter Score introduced...2021-03-2524 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterGrief: You’re Not Alone Feelings Matter Episode 4Having crossed the loss of 500,000 Americans on February 22, 2021 the entire country started taking time to mourn. Grief is difficult. It’s at the core of our human condition and that we eventually lose someone. It is also very closely tied to love. The deeper we loved the person we lost, the deeper the grief.Episode ResourcesSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Grief Counselinghttps://www.betterhelp.com/https://www.talkspace.com/Episode HighlightsGrief can be a surprise and can show up without warning2021-03-1630 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterHappiness: Why We Value It So Highly - Feelings Matter Episode 3Hosts Tina Schweiger and Michelle Stinson Ross discuss the cultural logic behind our need for happiness. Focusing on western emphasis of the “pursuit of happiness,” they explore the inner workings of how we naturally tend to process emotions and give tips how to do so in a healthier, proactive way.Episode HighlightsWesternized ideals and falsehoods of happinessDopamine is the nervous system’s reward for happiness Understand negative emotions as a signal, not as something to avoidMindfulness can help with processing emotions in a healthy wayFigure out what makes you happy...2021-03-1631 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterWhy #FeelingsMatter in the Workplace - Feelings Matter Episode 2The feelings of every employee matter because, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), depression causes an estimated 200 million lost workdays each year at the cost of $17 billion to $44 billion to employers. Unchecked stress and feeling unhappy and unfulfilled are often the reasons employees change jobs. Episode HighlightsMost companies in the US address toxic workplace environment by adjusting policies and procedures to affect behavior, rather than digging deeper into the underlying emotions While Covid is contributing to general anxiety, corporate culture also impacts the emotional state of the workforceEmpathetic leadership demonstrates how...2021-03-1619 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterCuriosity: Who Are We - Feelings Matter Episode 1Introduction to the #FeelingsMatter Podcast - Episode 1In the very first episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast, Hosts Tina Schweiger and Michelle Stinson Ross introduce you to their interest in feelings and emotions. They also provide a little background about themselves and what experience and expertise they bring to this discussion.Tina Schweiger (she, her, hers) is the CoFounder, Designer and Chief Empath of Mindful Appy. She applies her passion for user experience with scientific rigor– blending the art of design with the science of positive psychology because in life, #FeelingsMatter. Her professional goal is to create di...2021-03-1621 minFeelings MatterFeelings MatterFeelings Matter TrailerComing Soon #FeelingsMatter Podcast Hosts Tina Schweiger and Michelle Stinson Ross provide you with a few hints of what is to come on the Feelings Matter Podcast.Tina Schweiger (she, her, hers) is the CoFounder, Designer and Chief Empath of Mindful Appy. You can learn more about Tina on her LinkedIn profile.Michelle Stinson Ross (she, her, hers) is the Marketing Director and chief culture creator at Mindful Appy. You can learn more about Michelle on her LinkedIn profile.Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner...2021-03-1103 minThe Josh Bolton ShowThe Josh Bolton ShowInterview with Michelle Stinson RossSend us a textToday we talk about Mindful Appy. How a single emoji can help with mental health and happiness.Company Website https://www.mindfulappy.comMichelles personal site:https://www.michellestinsonross.com Michelle's book:https://www.amazon.com/Revenge-Siren-Song-Rogues-Book-ebook/dp/B01JD7IUPW/ref=sr_1_5Support the showif you enjoyed the show be sure to check out my info:https://app.wingcard.io/ROB3SA642021-02-2444 minWebcologyWebcologyInterview with Michelle Stinson Ross – Marketing Director at Mindful AbbyMichelle Stinson Ross – Marketing Director at Mindful Abby, a mental health focused startup. Michelle is one of the go-to social media experts in the industry.Google Goes Dark Modehttps://www.seroundtable.com/google-search-dark-mode-theme-controls-30907.htmlHarder to see paid adshttps://www.seroundtable.com/google-dark-mode-google-search-ads-30913.htmlGoogle Phrase Match expands to cover Broad Match Modifiershttps://www.seroundtable.com/google-ads-phrase-match-expands-to-broad-match-modifier-30880.htmlGoogle still prefers to neutralize effect of SPAM rather than remove a URL from listingshttps://www.seroundtable.com/google-neutralize-search-spam-30903.htmlGuttenberg upgrade delivered site pe...2021-02-1157 minWebcologyWebcologySocial Media Sites in 2020 And Facebook Goes To CourtSocial Media Sites in 2020 And Facebook Goes To Court. Today on Webcology Jim is joined by Michelle Stinson Ross, Director of Marketing at Apogee Results. Michelle is a recognized authority on the search and social media both within the industry and in the greater business world. Besides being a fairly frequent guest on this show, listeners might have read her columns at Forbes, Search Engine Journal, The SEMPost, and Marketingland. She is a regular speaker at events like the Digital Summit Series, SMX, and PubCon.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/webcology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: ht...2020-02-0657 minPPC RockstarsPPC RockstarsThings you Should Be Thinking As a PPC ManagerThings you Should Be Thinking As a PPC Manager as David Szedtela speaks with the Managing Director Of Marketing Operation Company NameApogee Results. Michelle Stinson Ross is an industry recognized authority on digital marketing, particularly the convergence of content, search, and social media. She brings an extensive knowledge of digital marketing techniques and years of experience working with both B2B and B2C clients in marketing, content, and strategy roles. Michelle is a creative thinker, who enjoys solving business problems and assessing customer behavior. When setting strategy, Michelle is adept at targeting specific goals, focused metrics and KPIs to...2019-12-2733 minDigital Marketing with Bill HartzerDigital Marketing with Bill HartzerBill Hartzer and Michelle Stinson Ross on Social Media and Influencer MarketingBill Hartzer from Hartzer Consulting speaks with Michelle Stinson Ross from Apogee Results about Social Media and Influencer Marketing.2019-12-1322 minMysterious Goings On with Alex GreenwoodMysterious Goings On with Alex GreenwoodOf Pirates and PatreonShould authors consider using Patreon? Michelle Stinson Ross returns to the show to talk about her foray into the world of sponsored, serialized fiction. Michelle also discusses her approach to creativity, and why historically-accurate fiction doesn't have to be a confining in storytelling. Tune in, mateys!2019-12-1239 minBobCast - The Digital Marketing PodcastBobCast - The Digital Marketing PodcastHow Storytelling Impacts MarketingIn this episode of Bobcast, Bob talks with Michelle Stinson Ross of Apogee Results about how to market your brand through storytelling. Learn how marketers communicate through stories to psychologically connect with other humans at a basic level and how stories serve to stimulate human behavior. In the podcast you will learn: How storytelling resonates with humans Ways behavior is stimulated through psychology How humans connect to a brand emotionally The 3-point arc of storytelling Why the hero journey resonates with us all Have questions about digital marketing? Email Bob@BobTripathi.com for more information...2019-08-0615 minPPC RockstarsPPC RockstarsHow Facebook Advertising and Search Advertising are SynergisticDavid Szetela discusses how Facebook advertising and search advertising are synergistic with Michelle Stinson-Ross, the Director of Marketing Operations for Apogee Results. Facebook recently decided to test Search Ads in selected industries in the US and Canada. Facebook first tried Sponsored Results back in 2012 but eventually shut down the product in 2013. They’ll be repurposed News Feed ads featuring a headline, image, copy text and a link in the static image or carousel format that can point users to external websites. Facebook declined to share screenshots as it says the exact design is still evolving. Facebook may expand search ads to...2019-05-0736 minPPC RockstarsPPC RockstarsHow Facebook Advertising and Search Advertising are SynergisticDavid Szetela discusses how Facebook advertising and search advertising are synergistic with Michelle Stinson-Ross, the Director of Marketing Operations for Apogee Results. Facebook recently decided to test Search Ads in selected industries in the US and Canada. Facebook first tried Sponsored Results back in 2012 but eventually shut down the product in 2013. They’ll be repurposed News Feed ads featuring a headline, image, copy text and a link in the static image or carousel format that can point users to external websites. Facebook declined to share screenshots as it says the exact design is still evolving. Facebook may expand search ads to...2019-05-0736 minDigital Marketers PodcastDigital Marketers PodcastBuilding Engagement with Your Audience with Michelle Stinson Ross | Digital Marketers PodcastMichelle Stinson Ross explains the importance of engaging with your target audience by using a consistent and authentic message, and understanding their preferred digital platform.2019-01-2846 minWebcologyWebcologyGoogle’s top searches in 2018 and Moving Hosting CompaniesToday were joined by Michelle Stinson-Ross, the Director of Marketing Operations at Apogee Results to discuss a plethora of topics. Google has released its annual list of top searches around the world, including overall searches and searches in various categories. Top queries reflect everyday questions, as well as the people and events that made headlines in 2018. Certain events led to people searching for how to improve their everyday lives, Google notes.Google's John Mueller said that moving to a new hosting company doesn't cause ranking declines. Of course he means if the new hosting company doesn't prevent GoogleBot from crawling...2018-12-1355 minWebcologyWebcology2018 Rocks Digital Marketing ConferencePreviewing the 2018 Rocks Digital Marketing Conference with featured speakers Roger Montti, Lissa Duty, Michelle Stinson Ross, and Bill Hartzer. Business owners, brand mangers and digital marketers from agencies and enterprise corporations around the United States will converge on Dallas, Texas for this national digital marketing conference later this June.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/webcology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2018-06-0749 minWebcologyWebcologyMERGE Conference 2017 RecapDave Davies returns from the MERGE Conference 2017 in Orlando and welcomes aboard alongside co-host Jim Hedger:Mary Davies (President of Beanstalk Internet Marketing, Inc.) who spoke on a panel about how to get traffic from Facebook, why you should boost posts, and how to properly manage Facebook campaigns.Michelle Stinson-Ross (Gruen Digital Marketing Agency, VP of Marketing Sales)who spokeabout integrating social media into your online marketing campaigns to get more traffic and sales. Dave spoke about responsive web design, AMP, and how to rank in search on mobile devices. Support this podcast at — https://redc...2017-10-2654 minWebcologyWebcologySEOs: Break Google Rules to Get Top Rankings? Google Slaps Another Guest Blog Network PostJointSearch Engine Optimization Companies: Break Google Rules to Get Top Rankings?Google Slaps Another Guest Blog Network: PostJoint; Also, returning guest Kristine Schachinger joins Jim and guest host David Harry to discussthe serious vulnerability in the popular OpenSSL cryptographic software library called Heartbleed. Michelle Stinson-Ross of Offers.com discusses social media branding and tells us how she thoughtherposting format on a Facebook brand page she manages had changed.Related articles across the webGoogle Launches Media Tools For Reporters and Journalists, Seeks Searcher SatisfactionGmail Results in Google SERPs; Suspicious Facebook PagesBreaking Down Googles...2017-01-2955 minMysterious Goings On with Alex GreenwoodMysterious Goings On with Alex GreenwoodChapter 21: Why Revise?All hands on deck for part two of our discussion with author Michelle Stinson Ross! Michelle and Alex talk about the revised edition of her book Revenge of the Siren Song, as well as mistakes and discoveries she (and Alex) made in their respective writing and publishing processes.  Visit Michelle's site: http://www.michellestinsonross.com Buy her book!: https://amzn.com/B01JD7IUPW Want to help keep new chapters of this podcast coming? Please tell a friend about us, and definitely leave a review on iTunes. It only takes...2016-08-2330 minMysterious Goings On with Alex GreenwoodMysterious Goings On with Alex GreenwoodChapter 20: Adventure on the High Seas with Michelle Stinson RossAlex chats with author Michelle Stinson Ross about the revised edition of her book Revenge of the Siren Song. Michelle talks about the extensive research she puts into her work and more. You won't want to miss this one! Visit Michelle's site: http://www.michellestinsonross.com Buy her book!: https://amzn.com/B01JD7IUPW Want to help keep new chapters coming? Please tell a friend about us, and definitely leave a review on iTunes. It only takes a minute! Click here to learn how: https://support.apple.com/en...2016-08-1629 minAmused NowAmused NowJ Alexander Greenwood and Michelle Stinson Ross Podcast InterviewMichelle Stinson Ross interviews indie author J Alexander Greenwood.2015-02-2000 minSearch Marketing ExpoSearch Marketing ExpoNot Provided and Google Authorship Discussion with Dixon JonesNot Provided and Google Authorship discussed as Michelle Stinson-Ross from Digital Always Media speaks with Dixon Jones, the Marketing director at Majestic SEO from SMX East 2013 in New York. Podcast: Play in new window2013-10-1204 minSearch Marketing ExpoSearch Marketing ExpoGoogle Hummingbird: Moving to the Semantic WebGoogle Hummingbird: Moving to the Semantic Web as Michelle Stinson-Ross speaks with Jonathan Goodman from Halyard Consulting. Michelle also asks how the constant change in evolving terminology will affect c-suite communications. Podcast: Play in new window2013-10-1208 minSearch Marketing ExpoSearch Marketing ExpoGoogle Launches Estimated Cross-Device Conversions in AdWords: Mobile Marketing ImplicationsFollowing the announcement that Google Launches Estimated Cross-Device Conversions in AdWords, Cindy Krum from Mobile Moxie discusses potential Mobile Marketing Implications to Michelle Stinson-Ross at SMX East 2013. Podcast: Play in new window2013-10-1203 minSES/ Click ZSES/ Click ZBalancing Workload and Maintaining Image and Reputation for BusinessBalancing Workload and Maintaining Image and Reputation for Business as Michelle Stinson-Ross speaks with Jennifer Evans Cario, the founder and President of SugarSpun Marketing, following up on her presentation on Badass Blogging: Best Practices to Enhance Your Customer Reach.2013-10-0507 minSES/ Click ZSES/ Click ZAnalyzing Shareable Digital Video and Harnessing the Power of B2B Video MarketingAnalyzing Shareable Digital Video and Harnessing the Power of B2B Video Marketing as Michelle Stinson-Ross speaks with the moderator of the SES San Francisco 2013 presentation, President and Co-founder of SEO-PR Greg Jarboe.2013-10-0508 minWebcologyWebcologyGoogle Locks up Keyword Data; Google Plus Hashtags into Google Searches; Penalizing For Invalid HTMLDoes Google Penalize For Invalid HTML? Matt Cutts Says No ; Google #search adds hashtag support, but only for G+. Michelle Stinson-Ross from digital Always Media is back to explain. Bing gets a redesign and a logo change. eBay Confirms Acquisition of Global Payments Innovator Braintree for 800 million dollars. Search Engine Watch reporter Thom Craver discusses how Google has locked up Keyword Data and moved Entirely to Secure Search.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/webcology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2013-09-2656 minWebcologyWebcologyGoogle Plan To Keep People Alive Longer; Takeaways from SES San Francisco 2013Calico: Googles Plan To Keep People Alive Longer, So They Can Click On More Ads; What Happens When You Disavow 35,000 Links In Google; New Study Finds Google+ Shares Don't Cause Higher Search Rankings. Also, Jim and Dave welcome Michelle Stinson-Ross from Digital Always Media to give us takeaways from SES San Francisco 2013.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/webcology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2013-09-1955 minWebcologyWebcologyBad Links To Your Site? Dont Fret It, Disavow It! Def-con Hacking Conference; Cre8asite Forums Turns 15Matt Cutts tells us if you Got Bad Links To Your Site? Dont Fret It, Disavow It! Def-con Hacking Conference Recap as SiteWithoutWalls founder Kristine Schachinger gives her take following the conference. Firestarter Social Media CEO Michelle Stinson Ross tells us about the Facebook News Feed Algo change, and Kim Krause Berg, Jim Boykin and Chris Boggs from Internet Marketing Ninjas to talk about the 15th anniversary of Cre8asite Forums.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/webcology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2013-08-0856 minWebcologyWebcologyGoogle I/O Developer Conference Fallout; Inside Interactivity Digital 2013Jim is joined by David Harry aka THeGypsy from Verve Developments to discuss the fallout that came from the 6th annual Google I/O Developer Conference, which featured changes to Google+ Chrome and search via spoken answers. We also get a report from Michelle Stinson-Ross from Firestarter Social Media on location from Interactivity Digital 2013, including the anticipated session from post-Blueglass executives Loren Baker and Greg Boser.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/webcology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2013-05-1655 minWebcologyWebcologyFacebook Redesigns Continue With TimelineFacebook Redesigns Continue With Timeline as Search Engine Journal writer Michelle Stinson-Ross join Jim and guest host David Harry aka @TheGypsy to discuss upcoming changes to Facebook that she recently wrote an article about entitled Facebook Redesigns Continue With Timeline: Community Managers Be ReadySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/webcology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2013-03-1423 minWebcologyWebcologyFacebook Graph Search Impacting Business PagesDiscussion on how Facebook Graph Search Impacting Business Pages with Michelle Stinson Ross, who recently wrote about it in a recent Search Engine Journal article. Mobile Moxie CEO Cindy Krum joins the Facebook Graph Search panel discussion and also offers some commentary on what to expect in the mobile landscape in 2013.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/webcology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2013-01-1854 minWebcologyWebcologyPresident Obama's Second Term Tech AgendaLooking into President Obama's Second Term Tech Agenda as Jim and Dave discuss what web issues are the Obama administration likely to deal with? They welcome SEMPO President/ Rosetta Dir. of Thought Leadership/SEO Rockstars host Chris Boggs and Search Engine Journal writer Michelle Stinson Ross who wrote a recent article on the subject entitled Barack Obama: President of the Tech Era.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/webcology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2012-11-0855 minWebcologyWebcologyFacebook Privacy RoundtableJim and Dave host a Facebook Privacy Roundtable discussion, including third party apps and what they record, kids and privacy and the importance of privacy with the author of The Last Original Idea and the founding partner at Digital Always Media Alan K'necht and Michelle Stinson-Ross, the Founder and Principal Consultant at Firestarter Social Media.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/webcology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2012-09-0654 min