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In this enlightening episode of the "Coffee and Contemplation" podcast, host Susan Dunlop sits down with Debbie Bailey, a renowned transformational leader and consultant partner at Four Day Week Global. With over 25 years of experience in changing the landscape of work in government, community development, and mental health sectors, Debbie shares invaluable insights into the powerful model of the Four Day Week.
Dive deep into the conversation as Susan and Debbie unravel how this innovative approach is not just about working less, but working smarter. Discover the profound impacts of reduced work hours on productivity, employee well-being, and organisational success. From overcoming traditional work challenges to cultivating a mindset shift that promotes greater empowerment and engagement, you'll learn the key factors determining an organisationâs readiness for this groundbreaking change.
Whether you're a leader seeking to transform your workplace or someone curious about the future of work, this episode offers practical takeaways, real-world examples, and substantial inspiration for anyone considering the Four Day Week model. Tune in and get ready to rethink work as you know it.
If you'd like to speak with Debbie about the Four Day Week, contact us, and we will pass on your details.
Email: [email protected]
www.susandunlop.com.au
#fourdayweek #fourdayweekglobal #innovativeorganisations #organisationalchange #mindsetshift
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In these five minutes of SoundBites from Episode 80 of Coffee and Contemplation, Debbie Bailey, Consultant Partner at 4 Day Week Global, discusses the implementation of a four-day work week in a nonprofit organisation and explores the challenges and benefits it brings. Bailey shares her extensive experience in the not-for-profit sector, detailing the steps she took to propose and test the four-day week initiative. She highlights issues such as staff attraction, retention, and burnout in the mental health sector and how the reduced work week positively impacted these areas. The episode also addresses common misconceptions about the four-day work week, emphasising the importance of innovation, communication, and trust in making such changes successful. Real-world examples, including a U.S. police service, are cited to demonstrate the feasibility of the four-day week in client-facing roles.
00:00Introduction to Non-Profit Challenges
00:19Implementing the Four-Day Work Week
01:23 EarlyResults and Staff Feedback
01:42Innovative Approaches in Healthcare
03:05Misconceptions About the Four-Day Week
03:36Real-World Success Stories
04:16Motivating Organizational Change
The full Episode of my conversation with Debbie Bailey will follow later today!
#fourdayweek #fourdayweekglobal #innovativebusiness #organisationalchange
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Episode 79 of Coffee and Contemplation with Susan Dunlop hosted guest Vicki Paris Goodman, an acclaimed author and former mechanical engineer who has transformed her personal grief into a powerful message of hope and optimism. Her book, 'To Sam, With Love: A Surviving Spouse's Story of Inspired Grief', chronicles her journey since the death of her beloved husband, Sam, and the unexpected positivity and guidance she received during her mourning. With a background in journalism and a passion for music, Vicki now resides in Prescott, Arizona, where she continues to write and inspire others.
I have experienced grief in my own life, as have many close friends and family members. We also had the pleasure of hearing from Victoria Wilson-Crane, author of Sixteen Days, in an earlier podcast episode. Please note that the thoughts, beliefs, and perspectives shared by every guest, including Vicki's in this episode, reflect their personal journey. For Vicki, that journey is one of grief and healing. This conversation offers an interesting point of view that may or may not resonate with others who are walking their path forward after the passing of a loved one. Thus, I felt it would be respectful to state this, given each individualâs unique journey and circumstances. Please listen if you wish, if it might help you, and we hope you find value in the discussion.
Vicki is currently working on her second book, Speed Bumps and Other Impediments to Life in the Fast Lane, which offers a humorous yet insightful look at life's trials from the perspective of a type A personality.
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Join me this week on 'Coffee and Contemplation with Susan Dunlop' talking with guest, Brinn Langdale, LMFT. Brinn is a licensed holistic psychotherapist, coach, leadership mentor, and soon-to-be author who lives in North Carolina.
Brinn refers to the way she operated in her teen years as being 'the poster child for trauma'. In her college years, prompted by a loved one, she dove in deep to make positive and lasting changes in her life.
After experiencing an 8-day leadership program, Brinn has gone on to develop a practice as a licensed wholistic psychotherapist and coach, and is a voluntary leadership mentor with the same organisation she found helped her so much.
Today's conversation is about professional empowerment and how her techniques, like EFT tapping and parts work, can be utilised for personal and leadership development.
Brinn makes the concept of the inner child and inner critic and their roles in the imposter syndrome interesting and easy to see! She also shares practical self-development and self-care tools to enhance resilience, leadership, and mental wellness. This conversation is packed with actionable insights, perfect for leaders looking to address imposter syndrome.
The transcript will be up on my blog later in the week at: https://www.susandunlop.com.au/blog
Check out her Parts Work Project: A Workshop Series at â https://brinnlangdale.myflodesk.com/partswork
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These soundbites will capture your attention! A short trailer for the upcoming episode 78. Join host Susan Dunlop this week on 'Coffee and Contemplation' as she dives deep with Brinn Langdale from North Carolina. Brinn is a licensed wholistic psychotherapist, coach, leadership mentor, and soon-to-be author.
Brinn refers to the way she operated in her teen years as being 'the poster child for trauma'. In her college years, prompted by a loved one, she dove in deep to make positive and lasting changes in her life.
After experiencing a leadership program, Brinn has gone on to become a licensed psychotherapist, coach, and voluntary leadership mentor with the same organisation she found helped her so much.
Today's conversation is about professional empowerment and how her techniques, like EFT tapping and parts work, can be utilised for personal and leadership development. In this episode, Brinn makes the concept of the inner child and inner critic and their roles in the imposter syndrome interesting and easy to see! Brinn shares practical self-development and self-care tools to enhance resilience, leadership, and mental wellness. Perfect for leaders looking to address imposter syndrome. This conversation is packed with actionable insights.
Brinnâs contact details are
Website: https://www.brinnlangdale.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brinnlangdale
Check out her Parts Work Project: A Workshop Series athttps://brinnlangdale.myflodesk.com/partswork
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In this insightful episode, Shate Hayes, Founder and CEO of Career Steward Inc., in Atlanta, discusses the shifting mindset surrounding career fulfillment. We discuss how people today are more mindful and intentional about their professional lives, seeking satisfaction and purpose rather than just holding a job for its own sake. Shate shares her observations on this evolving trend and its impact on individuals and organisations.
As promised, I am including Shate's Bio here:
Shaté Hayes is the Founder and CEO of Career Steward Inc., a company dedicated to helping professionals find fulfilment and purpose in their careers. With a BA in Psychology from Spelman College and an MFA in Dance, Shaté began as a professional dancer and choreographer, performing extensively across the U.S. and China. Her transition into the corporate world saw her lead high-performing career programs teams and global Employee Resource Groups. She is the author of several books and numerous career and business articles, and she founded The Working Dancer before establishing Career Steward. Shaté is passionate about supporting professionals through career transitions and fostering environments where people feel valued and empowered.
At the end of our conversation, Shate kindly offers access toâ lightmycareermatch.com,â where you'll find Shate's Career or Business Match Guide and all her career insight and inspiration stories. The transcript from today's conversation will be published on my blog at www.susandunlop.com.au/blog this week, and it includes some illuminating facts and statistics I found in my preparation for this conversation with Shate that shed light on the current state of career fulfilment. Please tune in to understand how the work landscape changes and what it means to find satisfaction in your career.
Don't miss this episode if you want to gain valuable insights into career fulfilment and how to navigate the modern job market with a purpose-driven approach.
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In this soundbites trailer to our full Episode 77, Shate Hayes, founder and CEO of Career Steward Inc, shares her insights on how the mindset towards career fulfilment has shifted significantly. She discusses how people today are more mindful of their professional lives, emphasising the importance of finding fulfilment and purpose in their careers rather than just having a job for the sake of it. Please tune in to explore the evolving landscape of work and what it means to find satisfaction in your career.
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Welcome back to the final episode of our four-part mini series on the Transformative Power of TED* and the 3 Vital Questions! I'm Susan Dunlop, and I'm so happy to have the opportunity to chat again with Sheri Lawrence.
In this episode, we will reflect on our key Insights from the four-part series and also look at âwhat could possibly go wrongâ with bringing TED* and 3VQ into an organisation, or, to put it simply, Advice for the Sceptics. The idea of scepticism made me wonder what the common reservations and concerns are about implementing such a culture change in organisational settings.
Whether you're a leader contemplating TED* for the first time or someone looking to deepen your understanding of how TED* can evolve within your organisation, this episode is for you. Weâll explore practical advice for replacing scepticism with a focus on inspired outcomes, adapting TED* to diverse contexts, and what the future holds for learning and development.
So, letâs uncover how TED* can continue making a meaningful impact! All we need to do is start!
I stated in the podcast that I would share the links to Forbes', Gallup and Harvard Business Review articles we mention in the episode. These can be found in my blog at www.susandunlop.com.au/blog
Book Reference:The Power of TED* and The 3 Vital Questions, books by David Emerald, provide an in-depth look at the TED* framework and address common concerns through case studies and practical advice.
In summary, TED* and 3VQ provide a practical, vision-driven approach to closing the gap between current performance and desired outcomes. By focusing on incremental progress, outcome-oriented planning, and maintaining a clear vision, these frameworks help businesses achieve their goals with less stress and greater efficiency.
If you're interested in exploring how TED* and 3VQ can benefit your organisation, feel free to reach out for more information on implementing these powerful tools. I am one of the licensed facilitators delivering TED* and 3VQ. I am in Australia and work face-to-face or virtually, anywhere that makes good sense for time-zones and business hours.
There are over 100 certified 3VQ trainers worldwide available to support you. I can put you in contact with those or please check out the Center for the Empowerment Dynamic website. Note if youâd like to purchase any of the online courses â message me as we trainers can secure you great rates on those licensed seats. If youâre interested in reading or listening to the foundersâ books â both David Emerald and Donna Zajoncâs awarding winning books are available on Amazon. Another good tip there is if you want to buy those books in bulk and are not in the USA, Amazon allowed us free shipping eg. to the 50 staff in Hong Kong that worked out most cost effective.
Was there one key takeaway or insight you jotted down from this conversation today? If you have any questions from todayâs episode or any part of the series, please send them to me via email at [email protected]. You can also message me on LinkedIn or Instagram, where I can be found simply as lead believe create.
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This morning, I had the pleasure of chatting with Sheri Lawrence, VP of Learning and Development and Sales at Studio Movie Grill based in Dallas Texas. Sheri is one of the original champions of TED*, and these are the soundbites extracted from the full part four of our mini-series on the Transformative Power of TED*.
We reflected on the top insights we both took from the series and considered a few remaining questions regarding learning and development, culture and diversity. The episode wraps up with advice for sceptics.
Stay tuned for the full episode on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, and other major streaming platforms. Transcripts are available on my blog at www.susandunlop.com.au/blog
Big thanks to Sheri for your valuable contribution to this project, and special gratitude to co-founders David Emerald Womeldorff and Donna Zajonc for your best-selling books and the development of this impactful work we get to deliver to the world through your Center for the Empowerment Dynamic programs.
Sheri initially signed up for just one episode, but as we explored the Power of TED*, the series naturally expanded to four parts!
Sheri's dedication to integrating TED* principles into her company shines through in the countless inspiring stories and lessons she shared. It was a privilege to have her on the show, and I could have easily continued our engaging conversations for much longer!Enjoy! Bye for now,
Susan Dunlop
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Welcome to Part 3 of 4 of our series on the transformative power of TED* (*The Empowerment Dynamic) and the 3 Vital Questions. In this episode, weâll dive into challenges and triumphs encountered while integrating TED* into an organisationâs culture, including executive resistance and transformation, and explore how it has shaped growth and development. Weâll also discuss the future of TED* and how it can continue to make a difference. Iâm excited to welcome back Sheri Lawrence, Vice President of Learning and Development and Sales at Studio Movie Grill, who will share insights and stories from her journey, including what people resist, how she's navigated challenges, and imagines the future. If you are interested in bringing the Power of TED* and the 3 Vital Questions into your life or workplace, please reach out via email to: [email protected] or head to my website for more details: www.susandunlop.com.au
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Welcome to Episode 3 of our series on the transformative power of TED* and the 3 Vital Questions. This is the trailer to Part 3 which will be published today. In this episode, we dive into the challenges and triumphs encountered while integrating TED* into an organisationâs culture and explore how it has shaped growth and development. Weâll also discuss the future of TED* and how it can continue to make a difference. Iâm excited to welcome back Sheri Lawrence, who will share insights and stories from her journey, including overcoming resistance, navigating challenges, and imagining the future.
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Welcome back to Part 2 of our podcast mini-series, Transformative Leadership with TED* (*The Empowerment Dynamic). Iâm your host, Susan, and today we're diving into The Power of TED* in Action: Stories of Transformation. Iâm thrilled to have Sheri Lawrence with us once again. In this episode, weâll explore how the 3VQ / TED* principles have been practically applied in Sheriâs work, transforming leadership and team dynamics. Weâll discuss specific examples of TED* in action and itsimpact on organizational culture. Perhaps one outcome will be that these insights inspire change in your own professional journey.
To find out more about bringing TED* and 3VQ into your workplace or personal life, contact me: https://www.susandunlop.com.au
#TEDleadership #sherilawrence #studiomoviegrill #leadershiptransformation #personaldevelopmentted #organisationalcultureted #professionalgrowthpodcast #leadershipcoaching #successstoriesinleadership
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It was difficult to choose the soundbites from this week's conversation with Sheri Lawrence but I made it! We continue with Part 2 of our podcast mini-series, 'Transformative Leadership with TED* (*The Empowerment Dynamic). This week we are diving into 'The Power of TED* in Action: Stories of Transformation'. One key message in all of this is that choosing to practice The Empowerment Dynamic and its supporting tools, alongside the 3 Vital Questions, is not only going to impact your professional life positively and your organisational and team outcomes, but it also ripples out to touch and improve your relationships, with your partner, your children, your friends. The full episode will be published today on Coffee & Contemplation with Susan Dunlop's podcast, available through Spotify, Apple, and my YouTube channel. The transcript from last week's podcast is now available on my blog at https://www.susandunlop.com.au. Next week's part 3 will be 'Overcoming Challenges and Expanding Horizons'
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Welcome to the first episode of our mini-series, 'Transformative Leadership with TED*.' In this debut episode, weâre excited to feature Sheri Lawrence, the Vice President of Learning & Development and Sales at Studio Movie Grill. Join us for Sheriâs inspiring journey from the relocation industry to becoming a pivotal leader and champion of TED*. TED* is the creation of David Emerald, co-founder of The Center for The Empowerment Dynamic and best-selling author of The Power of TED* and The 3 Vital Questions: Transforming Workplace Drama.
Sheri shares her unique path, highlighting how her experiences in sales and coaching led her to embrace TED* as a key tool for personal and professional development. Learn about the challenges she faced, her commitment to leadership transformation, and the powerful impact TED* has had on her career.
Join us for an engaging conversation that sets the stage for understanding the transformative potential of TED* in leadership and organisational culture.
To find out more about bringing TED* into your workplace or personal life, contact me: https://www.susandunlop.com.au
#TEDleadership #stagenleadershipacademy #sherilawrence #studiomoviegrill #leadershiptransformation #personaldevelopmentted #organisationalcultureted #professionalgrowthpodcast #leadershipcoaching #successstoriesinleadership
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I proudly introduce my collaboration with Sheri Lawrence, another Champion of TED*, as we co-create a mini-series on my Coffee & Contemplation with Susan podcast.
In 2018, I discovered David Emerald's transformative book, The Power of TED*, and it resonated deeply with me. As a certified TED* facilitator, through my company, Lead Believe Create with Susan Dunlop, I am excited to offer this empowering work to leaders, teams, partners, parents, teens, and those impacted by trauma through various programs.
From self-directed sessions to workshops and full organisational integration, the positive impact of TED* on people's lives and organisational outcomes is proven, as discussed in our upcoming episodes.
Stay tuned for the full podcast series:
Week 1: Your Path to TED*
Week 2: The Power of TED* in Action
Week 3: Overcoming Challenges and Expanding Horizons
Week 4: Insights and Advice for Sceptics.
Join Sheri and I on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube for this week's full episode release on August 15, and reach out to discuss your TED* journey through my website: www.susandunlop.com.au.
Discover how this philosophy can benefit your life, family, and organisation â your future self will thank you.
#thepowerofted #theempowermentdynamic #dreadeddramatriangle #davidemerald #EmpowermentDynamic
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Join Susan as she explores pivotal moments in Lindsay Morgia's life that shaped her understanding of Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) and its impact on her professional life. From initial scepticism to validation through literature and professional experience, Lindsay talks candidly about her transformative journey from acceptance and healing to advocacy. She acknowledges that the emotional neglect and trauma in childhood informed her coping mechanisms, led to burnout and affected how she showed up in her professional life. Lindsay experienced this more as an inside-out way of operating, whilst the leaders and teams she worked with thought it was just Lindsay being a great hard-working team player and employee. Lindsay offers insights into navigating workplace dynamics, and outside of the workplace, what she sees as trauma-informed, and what is not. Discover Lindsay's insights on building resilience and the work she does now that fosters supportive, inclusive environments for mental health in the workplace. You can find Lindsay's work and blog at www.morgiaresearchservices.com or on LinkedIn.
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In the upcoming episode of the Coffee and Contemplation with Susan Dunlop podcast, we'll be delving into the topic of complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) and its impact on workplace dynamics and mental health advocacy. My guest, Lindsay Morgia, founder of Morgia Research Services, is joining me from Boston, Massachusetts. Lindsay will bring her wealth of lived experience and professional experience in non-profit consulting and data analysis to shed light on this important subject. Early in May, I spotted a Blog on Facebook titled 'Flying Under the Radar with C-PTSD'. The article written by Lindsay shared that she struggles with C-PTSD symptoms every single day due to the emotional abuse and neglect she experienced as a child. However, she managed to fly under the radar in her professional life. She has two Master's degrees, over 15 years of experience as a data analyst for non-profits, and runs her own business. How did she fly under the radar? Because her symptoms and coping mechanisms fall under the "socially acceptable" end of the spectrum. It was that, and what came next, that caught my attention and led to me inviting Lindsay onto the show. Next, she shared her list of three coping mechanisms: 1: Self-sufficiency; 2: Perfectionism; 3: An extremely high bullshit tolerance. How interesting! Lindsay and I are preparing this week for our comfortable cups of coffee and contemplation to be broadcast in early June.
You can subscribe to the podcast on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/susan-dunlop
OR via YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@susandunlopcoaching1000
#podcast #cptsdawareness #cptsdsurvivor #mentalhealthadvocacy #mentalhealthintheworkplace #perfectionism #cptsd #workplacedynamics #inclusiveness #psychosocial #childhoodtrauma #childhoodtraumarecovery -
Today, weâre celebrating Episode 70. Iâm recording it with my favourite person from Detroit, Teri Giannetti!
I met Teri as a fellow 3 Vital Questions certified facilitator in 2021. She has appeared on the podcast once before â Episode 58 in 2022. In that episode, Teri shared her personal journey and the challenges for the little girl she was who started school without English as a language. Because of how she was treated by the school system back in that decade, oh⊠a few decades ago now, Teri became a teacher and school principal, wanting to make every child feel that they can learn and that there is someone there for them.
I reconnected with Teri late in 2023, and our conversation began with âyou know Susan, anxiety can be diluted by acts of kindness. Followed up with âI wrote some lettersâ. Who to? Teri had reached out to US leaders like Warren Buffet and Barbara Streisand, asking for people like them to open the door for her to address the anxiety that is being experienced across America, concerned that the final straw people come to is suicide if anxiety is not addressed.
It feels absolutely 100% the right week, month, and year for us to discuss Kindness with Teri.
If you'd like to connect with Teri please contact me at [email protected] and I will pass on your details.
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In this powerful episode, we delve into the depths of healing from abandonment trauma with the inspiring Sonja Renee from Atlanta, Georgia. Sonja Renee, a speaker and author of Abandonment Is Not Your Fault: Abandonment to Abundance, shares her courageous journey of self-discovery after learning about her adoption at 49 years of age. As she navigated through the layers of her past, Sonja Renee uncovered deep-seated abandonment trauma wounds and embarked on a transformative healing journey. Join us as Sonja Renee opens up about her personal experiences, including the types of relationships that contributed to her wounds and the strategies she found effective in breaking free from toxic patterns. From creating healthy boundaries to shifting focus onto self-love, Sonja Renee's story offers profound insights and invaluable lessons for anyone seeking healing from the wounds of abandonment. Sonja Renee's unwavering resilience and commitment to helping others live fulfilling lives shine through in this heartfelt conversation. You will find Sonja via this link and her memoir on Amazon.
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Join us in this insightful episode of 'Coffee and Contemplation with Susan Dunlop' as we explore 'The Courage to Choose.' Our guest, Adeline Heng, shares her inspiring journey from victim to victor, revealing how she overcame overthinking and found the strength to make empowering decisions.
Adeline opens up about her personal experiences, including facing adversity, overcoming self-doubt, and embracing conscious choices. Discover how to transform your life by focusing on solutions, practicing mindfulness, and seeking support.
If you've ever struggled with the perils of overthinking or felt trapped by indecision, this episode offers valuable insights to help you find the courage to choose your own path and trust your judgment.
Tune in for a powerful conversation that will inspire you to embrace change, take action, and live a more fulfilling life. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Adeline's wisdom and experience.
Subscribe to our podcast and follow Susan Dunlop: Lead Believe Create on Facebook, Instagram and since January 2024, now on YouTube!
Adeline can be found on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/pathtopurpurpose/
Adeline also provided a link to a download:
Unlock Your Emotional Freedom: https://adelineheng-2.simvoly.com/
#overcomeoverthinking #couragetochoose #empoweringdecisions #selfdoubt #conscious choices #mindfulness #adelinehenginterview #personaltransformation #victimtovictor #inspirationalstories
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