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Range of ChangeShould I Stay or Should I Go (Back) with HankHank Smith is an international marketing and biz dev leader with 15+ years of experience growing brands across the US, Germany, Japan, and the UK. Currently Director of Strategy at DC-based agency SmithGifford, he leads new business and is helping position the agency for the next era of brand marketing.Before that, he spent a decade in Germany at ZDF Digital and Streamwerke, launching TV series, streaming platforms, and campaigns with major networks and streamers.A University of Colorado Boulder alum, Hank is now traveling the US in a camper with his wife Suz and their dog Ziggy...2025-07-2357 min
Range of ChangeFinding Purpose and Community in Service with Tunc, Alara and CeylinTunc, and his two daughters volunteer with CISV, a global organization dedicated to educating and inspiring action for a more just and peaceful world. We are active global citizens building intercultural friendship, cooperation and understanding, with chapters in over 60 countries worldwide. Available to kids as young as 10, CISV is non-political and non-denominational, evolving from a firm conviction that lasting peace is possible.2025-07-0149 min
Range of ChangeLife Design & Rethinking Retirement: Not the End, But the Beginning with Jason and DaravyOver the last decade, the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement has reshaped the conversation. And it’s not just about money — though money is the mechanism. At its best, FIRE is about reclaiming time, autonomy, and alignment. It’s about front loading effort and intention so that, sooner than expected, you can step into a life that feels deeply your own.I recently had the chance to speak with Jason and Daravy, a couple who retired in their 30s. They didn’t do it through flashy investments or lucky breaks — they did it by making thoughtful trade-offs...2025-06-1633 min
Range of ChangeGroup Coaching InterviewIn the latest episode of the Range of Change podcast, my brilliant co-coach Alison and I went from hosts to guests. We stepped behind the mic to share something deeply personal and professionally thrilling: the new and improved group coaching experience we’re launching this July. It’s a curated, hands-on, high-impact container for women ready to design—and commit to—a meaningful change in their lives. I hope you’ll tune in tomorrow to hear all about it!And here’s the news: We’re inviting a small group of people to join the pilot cohort for free.2025-06-0338 min
Range of ChangePaying it Forward: The transformative power of education and service with LizCelebrate mother's day with the amazing Liz Yong. Mother, disability advocate, former educator and asset manager, and member of the Rye Neck Board of Education (running for re-election this month).In this riveting conversation Liz shares the ways that education opened the door to an incredible series of experiences in the US and abroad, and the pivotal moments of change that shaped her fascinating life. 2025-05-1256 min
Range of ChangeMy Top 3 Tips for Job Seekers!Listen to get my three most impactful strategies every job seeker needs to know. Whether you're entering the workforce for the first time or navigating a career pivot, these practical tips will help you sharpen your approach, boost your confidence, and stand out in a crowded job market. Tune in to get actionable advice you can start using today!2025-04-0912 min
Range of ChangeEmbracing the Novice: How Travel Builds Resilience and Opens Your Mind with SaraI recently took an incredible trip, and it's got me thinking deeply about the power of travel, not just as a break, but as a catalyst for personal growth. Today, I want to dive into two key themes that really stood out to me: embracing a novice mindset and building resilience.Think about it: when you travel, you're stepping into the unknown. You're navigating unfamiliar streets, trying new foods, and maybe even struggling with a different language. It's a crash course in being a beginner again. And that, my friends, is a beautiful thing - It might...2025-03-3044 min
Range of ChangeSeizing Opportunities: Lessons from Global Transitions with TravisTravis is a seasoned expatriate and humanitarian worker whose life has been defined by bold transitions and embracing the unknown. His journey from the United States to New Zealand, and many more travels beyond, is not just a story of relocation—it’s a masterclass in navigating change with intentionality, adaptability, and courage.As a change coach, I see a lot of transferable and even learn-able skills in the experience Travis shares for making a successful life shift.2025-03-2424 min
Range of ChangeBeyond Balance: The Art of a Fulfilled Life with SarahRecently, I had a fascinating conversation with Sarah, an artist, teacher, and community leader who embodies a truly balanced and deeply fulfilling life.Sarah is in the retirement age range, but unlike many who eagerly embrace more leisure time—travel, pickleball, and afternoons with no agenda—she finds immense purpose in continuing to do what she loves. Her work is not just a job; it’s an integral thread in the rich tapestry of her life.She creates art, both for herself and on commission. She collaborates on public projects, working alongside organizations, leaders, and fellow...2025-03-1729 min
Range of ChangeJuggling Act: Finding Balance in a Multi-Faceted Life with KurtMy recent conversation with the brilliant violinist Kurt (podcast link) about returning to passions reminded me of a moment early in my consulting career. I was at The Lakehouse—a modern, dedicated training facility—having a conversation about the relentless demands of a full-time travel schedule. As seasoned “sky warriors,” we both knew the challenges all too well. She shared a metaphor that has stuck with me ever since: “Life is a juggling act of glass and rubber balls. Some things—like my kids, my health—are glass. Drop them, and they shatter. Other things bounce back when dropped. The key is kee...2025-03-1029 min
Range of ChangeCreating for yourself with ChrisJourney with me as I interview Chris about his college experience learning that he just didn't need to learn the ways he had always been told. With classics like 90's am radio stations, floppy disks, and hip-hop, you will not want to miss this one!2025-03-0441 min
Range of ChangeThe Power of Intentional Resistance with MeaganSome people stumble into self-improvement. For Meagan, it was a lifelong pursuit—one that began in childhood and took on new urgency in the wake of COVID-19. When the pandemic reshaped the world, it reshaped her life, too. Her role was eliminated, forcing her to step back and re-evaluate. But rather than viewing it as a setback, she saw it as an inflection point—a chance to double down on personal growth.2025-02-2331 min
Range of ChangeThe Ikigai Path with MaryJoin me this week talking to Mary! For years, Mary believed her future lay in the traditional business world—an “MBA or bust” mindset. But a pivotal conversation changed everything. She reconnected with a long-buried passion for psychology, a field that had always intrigued her but seemed impractical at the time. That moment of clarity set her on an entirely new course—one that felt more authentic, more her.2025-02-1132 min
Range of ChangeLiving Out Your Dream with Ursula, owner of Little Miracles SurrogacyMy conversation with Ursula was a deep dive into changes of all sorts: being a surrogate, getting a cancer diagnosis, starting a business and much more! Ursula is part owner of a surrogacy agency based in Pittsburgh, PA called Little Miracles Surrogacy. Find Ursula and Little Miracles Surrogacy through these links.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LittleMiraclesSurrogacy/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/little-miracles-surrogacy-llc/Website: https://www.littlemiraclessurrogacy.com/2025-02-0351 min
Range of ChangeMaking Significant Changes Stick with EricaJoin me on this week's podcast as I interview Erica to find out about a big change she made in her life and how she sustained that change for years!2025-01-2036 min
Range of ChangeThe Power of Accepting Your Evolving Identity with JenniferJoin me on a very exciting conversation with Jennifer Javornik! Like many others, Jennifer has chased career and fulfillment simultaneously, leading to her multidisciplinary life! Listen to Jennifer's journey evolving through technology and believe it or not, improv! See the power of accepting your evolving identity in this podcast!Learn more about Jennifer below:Jennifer Javornik is an international speaker and thought leader on the topics of game-based learning and games for positive impact. As a video game executive specializing in partnerships, revenue growth, and entrepreneurship, Ms. Javornik is currently the Chief Partnerships Officer and...2025-01-1435 min
Range of ChangeMaking Someday Today: Moving to Paradise with AlisonWe’re diving into one of the biggest “change dreams” out there – relocating to paradise! You know the one – that vision of packing up, moving to a warmer climate, and living your best life. We’ve all had that fantasy at some point, right? But often, we keep putting it off, thinking “someday.” Someday when we retire. Someday when we have more money. Someday when the stars align… but someday isn’t promised.Alison didn’t wait for “someday.” She made it happen, moving from Chicago to San Diego, and today, we’re going to hear her incredible story of how she...2025-01-0541 min
Range of ChangeEpisode 0: Range of Change IntroductionWelcome to Range of Change, the podcast that dives deep into those pivotal moments that define who we are.I’m an ICF certified coach and an old-school change manager, and for the last 20 years, I’ve been helping people and organizations succeed through life’s big shifts. I’ve seen it all – the bold leaps, the unexpected turns, and everything in between. And I’ve learned what makes success most likely, whether you’re choosing to make a change or life is simply pushing you into it.Range of Change is all about exploring the constant –...2025-01-0501 min