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Hope Comes to VisitHope Comes to Visit - Unmasking, Unfreezing, and Uncovering the Real Me - Wendy Faith - Episode 5Send us a textA Conversation with Wendy Faith on Surrender, Truth, and Soul RecognitionWhat happens when everything you’ve built no longer feels like you?In this deeply honest episode, creative business coach, author, and late-in-life lesbian Wendy Faith opens up about what it means to walk away from a life that looks successful on the outside but feels misaligned within. After years as a prolific writer, entrepreneur, and public figure, Wendy faced a series of personal and professional betrayals that brought her to her knees — and ulti...2025-07-0843 min
Meikles & Dimes211: How to Use Both/And Thinking | Professor Wendy SmithWendy Smith is an award-winning business professor at the University of Delaware, where she also serves as Co-director of the Women’s Leadership Initiative.
Wendy’s research focuses on strategic paradoxes – how leaders and senior teams effectively respond to contradictory agendas. Her research has been published in top-tier academic journals and her book, Both/And Thinking, was published by Harvard Business School Press in 2022.
Wendy earned her Ph.D. in organizational behavior at Harvard Business School.
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When we view our challenges through an either/or lens...2025-06-3031 min
We Are Human LeadersParadox Thinking: The Ultimate Leadership Hack in Times of Uncertainty with Wendy SmithIn this transformative episode of We Are Human Leaders, we sat down in Sydney with Wendy Smith—renowned expert on paradox and co-author of Both/And Thinking—to explore how shifting from either/or decision-making to both/and thinking can unlock deeper clarity, resilience, and creativity in leadership and life.Wendy walks us through the concept of paradox: the ongoing, often uncomfortable tensions between seemingly opposing forces (such as stability and change, profit and purpose, or control and flexibility). She shares how these tensions aren't problems to be solved, but dynamics to be navigated, and how anci...2025-06-1735 min
Journal with IngridCreativity, Growth & the Beauty of Reflection with Wendy SmithIn this episode I’m joined by a treasured Journal Community member, Wendy Smith, who brings warmth, wisdom, and a deep love for writing to our journalling session.Wendy shares how journalling with a structured framework has allowed her to creatively problem-solve and imagine new ways of being and reframe the stories she tells herself.Wendy’s Journalling Gems:Journalling is a container for growth: Through regular practice, Wendy has observed herself becoming more reflective, calm, and content in life, moving away from reactive patterns to intentional living.The ripp...2025-06-1122 min
Reinvention RebelsBetting on Herself at 62: Diane Britt Smith’s Bold Pivot to Acting and Midlife ReinventionWhat happens when you quiet the doubts, follow your curiosity, and bet on yourself in midlife?At 62, Diane Britt Smith is doing just that—redefining retirement and stepping boldly into a new second act career as a commercial actor and model. In this empowering first guest episode of Season 7, Diane shares how she transitioned from traditional work to chasing red carpet dreams, with encouragement from her actor sons and a fierce belief in her own potential.Diane’s midlife reinvention story is a masterclass in embracing change with joy, taking smart risks, and livin...2025-05-1536 min
The Midlife Makeover Show | Women Over 40, Menopause Support, Life After Divorce, Empty Nest Advice, Aging Gracefully275 🌟 Resilience & Renewal: Finding Hope After Life's Trials with Rebecca Faye Smith GalliWelcome back to The Midlife Makeover Show! Today’s episode is a heart-opening journey into resilience, hope, and the art of “rethinking possible.” Wendy welcomes the incredible Rebecca Faye Smith Galli — author, columnist, speaker, and warrior of the human spirit — whose life has been marked by profound losses, including the deaths of her brother and son, her daughter’s special needs diagnosis, divorce, and sudden paralysis. Despite it all, Becky chose to move forward with grace, grit, and an unstoppable spirit.
In this conversation, Becky shares her path from unimaginable adversity to writing her new book, Morning...2025-04-2948 min
Urban Family Focus PodcastIntersection of Art and Youth Wellness w/Wendy Raquel RobinsonIn this inspiring episode, we explore the powerful intersection of art and youth wellness with the dynamic Wendy Raquel Robinson. From her unforgettable roles on The Steve Harvey Show and The Game to her unwavering commitment to empowering young people, Wendy shares her journey as both an artist and an advocate.We dive into her work with the Amazing Grace Conservatory, a creative haven she co-founded in 1996 to uplift youth from underserved communities through the performing arts. Wendy also reflects on the importance of HBCUs, her recent role as host of the inaugural 2025-04-2144 min
The Awakened Mother Show with Rev. WendyDr. Hillary Smith - ThermographyMeet my next guest, Dr. Hillary SmithDr. Hillary Smith, D. C., CCT III is the only Level III Advanced Certified Clinical Thermographer (American Academy of Clinical Thermology) in California. In continuous practice in the Los Angeles area since 1985.Go to https://thebreastthermographycenter.com/scheduling/BIODr. Hillary Smith began her integrative chiropractic and nutrition practice in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles in 1985, after graduating Magna Cum Laude from the Southern California University of Health Sciences. There she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Doctor...2025-03-2837 minThe Awakened Mother Show with Rev. WendyDr. Hillary Smith - Breast HealthIn honor of Women's History Month, we wanted to present you with information on breast health. Meet my next guest, Dr. Hillary Smith.Dr. Hillary Smith, D. C., CCT III is the only Level III Advanced Certified Clinical Thermographer (American Academy of Clinical Thermology) in California. In continuous practice in the Los Angeles area since 1985.Go to https://thebreastthermographycenter.com/scheduling/BIODr. Hillary Smith began her integrative chiropractic and nutrition practice in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles in 1985, after graduating Magna Cum Laude...2025-03-2837 min
Grief 2 GrowthThe Doctors Gave Her Three Years- She Said "Watch This" - Dr. Wendy Slattery EP 417Send me a Text MessageWhat does it mean to truly live when faced with a terminal diagnosis? In this powerful episode, Dr. Wendy Slattery shares her remarkable journey from growing up on a North Dakota farm in the 1950s to becoming a top infectious disease doctor—only to have her career cut short by a cancer diagnosis. Joined by her daughter Jenny, Wendy reveals how she turned to storytelling as a way to leave a legacy, rediscover faith, and embrace the unseen world.With courage and humor, Wendy reflects on: ✨ The pivotal moment at ag...2025-03-1100 min
followHIMDoctrine & Covenants 12-17, JSH 1:66; Part 2 • Dr. Wendy Ulrich • February 17 - 23 • Come Follow MeDr. Ulrich continues to explore the beginnings of the Church, the first three families, and how angels serve among us.SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTSEnglish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC208ENFrench: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC208FRGerman: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC208DEPortuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC208PTSpanish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastDC208ESYOUTUBEhttps://youtu.be/CKYMu2b0CacALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTESfollowHIM website: https://www.followHIMpodcast.comFREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKSNew Testament: https://tinyurl.com...2025-02-121h 02
Chain of Learning: Empowering Continuous Improvement and Lean Change Leaders35| Stuck in the Middle? Embrace Both/And Thinking to Drive Results [with Wendy Smith]What do you do when you’re stuck between two conflicting options? Deliver short-term results or take a long-term view?Focus on business outcomes or people development?Help by being the expert with the answer or a coach asking questions?For most of us, these competing choices are a source of conflict. We deal with uncertainty by asserting certainty that there are two distinct options to choose between.But what if there’s a way to embrace both?That’s why I invited Wendy Smith – award-winning psychologist and co-au...2025-01-2239 min
Behavioral Grooves PodcastWhat If There’s a Better Way to Solve Your Hardest Problems? | Wendy SmithHave you ever felt stuck between two seemingly opposite choices or found yourself seeing the world in absolutes? This week, we’re joined by Dr. Wendy Smith, author of Both/And Thinking, to uncover how embracing paradoxes can help us tackle life’s toughest problems. Wendy shares how shifting from an “either/or” to a “both/and” mindset can unlock better decision-making, foster creativity, and provide solutions to today’s complex challenges—from personal dilemmas to organizational leadership.
In our Grooving Session, we dive deeper into the concept of “both/and” thinking and explore its applications in leadership, personal...2024-12-091h 09
The Tech Humanist ShowEmbracing Paradox: Wendy Smith on Navigating the Both-And in Tech Leadership
In this insightful episode of The Tech Humanist Show, host Kate O’Neill welcomes Wendy Smith, the Dana J. Johnson Professor of Management at the University of Delaware. Wendy is an expert in strategic paradoxes and brings a wealth of knowledge from her groundbreaking work and acclaimed book, “BOTH/AND Thinking.”
Wendy dives deep into the pitfalls of “either/or” thinking, a mindset that often leads organizations and individuals to swing between extremes without finding effective middle grounds. Instead, she advocates for embracing “both/and” thinking, highlighting how this approach helps organizations balance competing priorities, avoid polarization, and uncover mo...2024-11-1950 min
Sales Lead Dog PodcastWendy Herbst: Harnessing Emotional Intelligence for Career GrowthWendy Herbst, a distinguished figure in sales and marketing, joins us on Sales Lead Dog to share the secrets behind her impressive career journey. Wendy delves into the significance of people in her success, from customers to mentors, and how emotional intelligence has been pivotal in leadership roles. Her wisdom on focusing on strengths and delegating weaknesses offers a practical framework for anyone looking to advance their career, making this episode a must-listen for aspiring leaders in the field.
As we explore pivotal career moments, Wendy reveals how a mentor's insight shifted her path from marketing to s...2024-11-1140 min
Hope on the Hard Road Special Needs Podcast"Future Planning" with Wendy SmithSeries: Future Panning
"Future Planning" with Wendy Smith
Welcome back to the podcast. Today we begin our Future Planning Series with Wendy Smith of Home of Guiding Hands. Wendy is an incredible resource. She is not only a parent of a 31 year old son with a disability, but has also been working with and advocating for people with developmental disabilities for more than thirty-five years.
Wendy has worked in residential, respite, independent living and recreation programs in three states. She has been with Home of Guiding Hands since 1996 and began providing L...2024-10-0742 min
Mountaintop MedicineMountaintop Medicine from Estes Park Health: EPH takes part in Hospital Transformation ProgramIn an effort to control health care costs and improve quality of care for Medicaid patients, the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing is overseeing the Hospital Transformation Program (HTP). Estes Park Health is one of 76 hospitals in Colorado taking part in this state endeavor.Certified Nurse Case Manager Leah Smith is one of a handful of people on the Estes Park Health team handling the Hospital Transformation Program.“HTP started about five years ago,” Smith explained. “It’s an initiative that aims to improve the quality of hospital care provided to Medicaid patients. The prog...2024-09-2300 min
Bestselling Author PodcastOvercome Limiting Beliefs and Unlock Your Authentic Self with Wendy Smith
Wendy Smith is an inspiring life and business coach dedicated to empowering women to overcome limiting beliefs and embrace their authentic selves. With expertise in helping clients transform their mindset, Wendy guides women through the obstacles holding them back from achieving their goals and living a fulfilling life. Whether struggling with personal, professional, or leadership challenges, Wendy’s unique approach helps clients build self-trust and create a new story for their future. As a co-author of the book “Live with Purpose,” Wendy’s insights are invaluable for women seeking to break free from cycles of frustration and live an extraord...2024-09-2127 min
Good LandlordingWhat makes a successful HMO business, with Wendy Whittaker-Large #23
In this summer special episode of Good Landlording, Richard Jackson and Suzanne Smith pick the brain of Wendy Whittaker-Large about what makes a successful, systemised HMO business.
The episode a fantastic source of information for anyone who has HMOs, is thinking of converting a property into an HMO or is just “HMO-curious”.
Wendy gives an insider’s view of how to make HMOs a success, and build an efficient systemised HMO business.
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Why invest...2024-08-2832 minThe Midlife Makeover Show | Women Over 40, Menopause Support, Life After Divorce, Empty Nest Advice, Aging Gracefully224 🌟 Radical Self-Worth: Amy Green Smith's Guide to Finding Your Voice and Saying NoIn this lively episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes the powerhouse Amy Green Smith, a certified life coach, hypnotherapist, and personal empowerment expert. Amy is renowned for blending wisdom and humor into her work, and she’s here to help you step into your own power and find your voice. Whether she's coaching, writing, podcasting, or speaking, Amy's mission is clear: to move you to a place of radical self-worth and empowerment.
Amy will dive into game-changing topics such as finding your voice, speaking up for yourself, and mastering the art of...2024-08-2759 min
People Solve ProblemsDr. Wendy Smith, Professor at Univ. of Delaware, on Embracing Paradoxes for Creative SolutionsIn this episode of the People Solve Problems podcast, host Jamie Flinchbaugh is joined by Dr. Wendy Smith, a professor at the University of Delaware and an acclaimed expert in organizational behavior. Wendy, who co-authored the book "Both/And Thinking," discusses the concept of how adopting a both/and mindset can enhance our problem-solving capabilities. With over 25 years of research and practical experience, Wendy explores the nuances of strategic paradoxes and how they influence leadership and decision-making.
Wendy begins by explaining the fundamental premise of both/and thinking. She asserts that people frequently encounter tensions and competing...2024-08-1423 min
On the Table with Serena SmithReleasing Perfectionism with Wendy Parr | On the Table Ep 9Serena gets in the booth with holistic artist coach Wendy Parr to talk releasing perfectionism, tuning into your inner voice, and being wholly yourself.
Shot live from Botanica Restaurant in Los Angeles, On the Table features conversations about the messiness of being human.
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Serena Smith is a host, producer, writer, and dancer who has interviewed GOATs like Gloria Steinem...2024-08-0659 min
Career FootprintsWendy Jephson: Leveraging Gen AI and other technologies to help people think brilliantlyAlum Wendy Jephson shares highlights from her very successful and varied career, taking in her time at Reed Smith predecessor firm Richards Butler, as a senior in-house counsel, in several posts as a behavioral psychologist (including at NASDAQ) and more recently as CEO and co-founder of Let’s Think – a behavioral science-led tech company focused on how to elicit, capture and transmit knowledge and understanding within organizations. Wendy demonstrates the ongoing value that her legal training delivers to her business career, not least in building an understanding of deal drivers and blockers.
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The Innovation ShowEP531 Wendy Smith - Both/And Thinking Part 3Understanding Emotional Dynamics for Creative Problem Solving with Wendy Smith In this episode, Aidan is joined by Wendy Smith, co-author of 'Both/And Thinking,' to discuss the crucial role of emotions in addressing creative tensions and solving tough problems. Wendy emphasises moving beyond cognitive approaches to engage the heart, recognising and honouring emotions as vital to navigating uncertainty and innovation. The episode dives deep into actionable tools such as pausing to reflect, broadening perspectives, and dynamically adapting to changing environments. The episode concludes with practical insights from Unilever's approach to managing tensions under Paul Polman's leadership and tips for l...2024-06-2849 minThe Innovation ShowEP531 Wendy Smith - Both/And Thinking Part 3Understanding Emotional Dynamics for Creative Problem Solving with Wendy Smith In this episode, Aidan is joined by Wendy Smith, co-author of 'Both/And Thinking,' to discuss the crucial role of emotions in addressing creative tensions and solving tough problems. Wendy emphasises moving beyond cognitive approaches to engage the heart, recognising and honouring emotions as vital to navigating uncertainty and innovation. The episode dives deep into actionable tools such as pausing to reflect, broadening perspectives, and dynamically adapting to changing environments. The episode concludes with practical insights from Unilever's approach to managing tensions under Paul Polman's leadership and tips for l...2024-06-2849 min
The Innovation ShowEP531 Wendy Smith - Both/And Thinking Part 3Understanding Emotional Dynamics for Creative Problem Solving with Wendy Smith In this episode, Aidan is joined by Wendy Smith, co-author of 'Both/And Thinking,' to discuss the crucial role of emotions in addressing creative tensions and solving tough problems. Wendy emphasises moving beyond cognitive approaches to engage the heart, recognising and honouring emotions as vital to navigating uncertainty and innovation. The episode dives deep into actionable tools such as pausing to reflect, broadening perspectives, and dynamically adapting to changing environments. The episode concludes with practical insights from Unilever's approach to managing tensions under Paul P...2024-06-2849 min
The Innovation ShowWendy Smith - Both/And Thinking Part 2In this episode, we are joined again by Wendy Smith, co-author of 'Both/And Thinking: Embrace Creative Tensions to Solve Your Toughest Problems.' Wendy elaborates on the nuances between dilemmas, paradoxes, and tensions, emphasising that these terms are not interchangeable and revealing the psychological and practical implications of recognising and navigating paradoxes. Drawing from her personal experiences and research, Wendy illustrates how both/and thinking can be applied to career decisions, organisational challenges, and broader societal issues. She discusses the limitations of either/or thinking and the harmful patterns it can create, such as intensification, overcorrection, and polarisation. Using exampl...2024-06-2047 minThe Innovation ShowWendy Smith - Both/And Thinking Part 2In this episode, we are joined again by Wendy Smith, co-author of 'Both/And Thinking: Embrace Creative Tensions to Solve Your Toughest Problems.' Wendy elaborates on the nuances between dilemmas, paradoxes, and tensions, emphasising that these terms are not interchangeable and revealing the psychological and practical implications of recognising and navigating paradoxes. Drawing from her personal experiences and research, Wendy illustrates how both/and thinking can be applied to career decisions, organisational challenges, and broader societal issues. She discusses the limitations of either/or thinking and the harmful patterns it can create, such as intensification, overcorrection, and polarisation. Using exampl...2024-06-2047 min
The Innovation ShowWendy Smith - Both/And Thinking Part 2In this episode, we are joined again by Wendy Smith, co-author of 'Both/And Thinking: Embrace Creative Tensions to Solve Your Toughest Problems.' Wendy elaborates on the nuances between dilemmas, paradoxes, and tensions, emphasising that these terms are not interchangeable and revealing the psychological and practical implications of recognising and navigating paradoxes. Drawing from her personal experiences and research, Wendy illustrates how both/and thinking can be applied to career decisions, organisational challenges, and broader societal issues. She discusses the limitations of either/or thinking and the harmful patterns it can...2024-06-2047 min
The Innovation ShowWendy Smith - Both/And Thinking Part1In this episode, we are joined by Wendy Smith, co-author of 'Both/And Thinking: Embrace Creative Tensions to Solve Your Toughest Problems.' Wendy elaborates on the nuances between dilemmas, paradoxes, and tensions, emphasising that these terms are not interchangeable and revealing the psychological and practical implications of recognising and navigating paradoxes. Drawing from her personal experiences and research, Wendy illustrates how both/and thinking can be applied to career decisions, organisational challenges, and broader societal issues. She discusses the limitations of either/or thinking and the harmful patterns it can create, such as intensification, overcorrection, and polarisation. Using examples...2024-06-1346 minThe Innovation ShowWendy Smith - Both/And Thinking Part1In this episode, we are joined by Wendy Smith, co-author of 'Both/And Thinking: Embrace Creative Tensions to Solve Your Toughest Problems.' Wendy elaborates on the nuances between dilemmas, paradoxes, and tensions, emphasising that these terms are not interchangeable and revealing the psychological and practical implications of recognising and navigating paradoxes. Drawing from her personal experiences and research, Wendy illustrates how both/and thinking can be applied to career decisions, organisational challenges, and broader societal issues. She discusses the limitations of either/or thinking and the harmful patterns it can create, such as intensification, overcorrection, and polarisation. Using examples...2024-06-1346 min
The Innovation ShowWendy Smith - Both/And Thinking Part1In this episode, we are joined by Wendy Smith, co-author of 'Both/And Thinking: Embrace Creative Tensions to Solve Your Toughest Problems.' Wendy elaborates on the nuances between dilemmas, paradoxes, and tensions, emphasising that these terms are not interchangeable and revealing the psychological and practical implications of recognising and navigating paradoxes. Drawing from her personal experiences and research, Wendy illustrates how both/and thinking can be applied to career decisions, organisational challenges, and broader societal issues. She discusses the limitations of either/or thinking and the harmful patterns it can create, such as intensification, overcorrection, and polarisation. Using examples...2024-06-1346 min
Message In The MiddleBuilding a Life by Design: A Conversation with Positive Psychologist Dr. Wendy O'ConnorToday on Message in the Middle we’re going to delve into the science behind happiness and discuss rediscovering our dreams, embracing radical responsibility, and taking actionable steps towards increased happiness and confidence. Joining me for this conversation is Dr. Wendy O’Connor, a Stanford-trained positive psychologist and success coach for female entrepreneurs.Topics Explored:The Science of Happiness:What it is and why Dr. O'Connor decided to focus on the science of happiness and positive psychology.Living a Flourishing Life:What does it really mean to live a flourishing, happy life? Where does the choice to flo...2024-05-1841 min