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Vision for Overcoming a Devastating Diagnosis with Tatiana Straathof

Tatiana Strathoff, a professional circus artist, shares her inspiring story of overcoming obstacles and transforming challenges into opportunities.


Tatiana Strathoff, a professional circus artist, shares her inspiring story of overcoming obstacles and transforming challenges into opportunities.

From her decision to join the circus to becoming bedridden due to a rare bone disease, Tatiana's journey is a testament to resilience and self-discovery. She emphasizes the importance of having a supportive community and listening to one's body and heart.

Tatiana now works as a keynote speaker, inspiring others to discover their extraordinary possibilities and redefine their perspectives. Her story serves as a reminder to approach each day with openness and agility.

Takeaways

  • Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and transformation.

  • Surround yourself with a supportive community that believes in your vision.

  • Listen to your body and heart, and be open to new possibilities.

  • Shift your perspective from outcome-focused to possibility-focused.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:18 Decision to Join the Circus

03:23 Entering the National Circus School

05:59 Training and Dream Job in Europe

10:11 Becoming Bedridden and Facing Challenges

15:00 Identity and Perspective Shift

23:26 Importance of Supportive Community

30:11 Rediscovering Self and Embracing Possibilities

36:10 Advice for Overcoming Challenges

40:33 Current Projects and Future Plans

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Who Surrounds You Matters with Kim Westlund

Kim Westlund discusses the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people to fulfill your vision.


Kim Westlund discusses the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people to fulfill your vision.

The people in your circle can either help or hinder your progress. Kim encourages listeners to evaluate the influence of those around them and consider whether they support their goals. She also addresses the challenges of dealing with naysayers and the phenomenon of crab syndrome.

Kim advises listeners to overcome other people's expectations and make adjustments to their associations. She concludes by urging listeners to make time for people who inspire and challenge them.

Takeaways

The people in your circle can either help or hinder your progress towards your vision.

Evaluate the influence of those around you and consider whether they support your goals.

Overcome other people's expectations and make adjustments to your associations.

Make time for people who inspire and challenge you.

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Surrounding Yourself with the Right People

01:00 The Influence of People in Your Circle

04:16 Creating an Environment for Your Vision

05:16 Evaluating the Consequences of People's Influence

06:25 The Importance of Moving in the Same Direction

07:23 Surrounding Yourself with Positive and Supportive People

09:18 Dealing with Naysayers and Crab Syndrome

12:09 Overcoming Other People's Expectations

15:02 Making Adjustments and Changing Associations

16:30 Making Time for People Who Inspire and Challenge You

18:25 Taking Inventory of Your Relationships

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Women Making Money Their Thing with Kalee Boisvert

This conversation explores the topic of money and women, focusing on the challenges women face in developing a healthy relationship with money.


This conversation explores the topic of money and women, focusing on the challenges women face in developing a healthy relationship with money.

⁠Kalee Boisvert⁠ shares her personal journey and early money stories, highlighting the impact of her upbringing on her views and beliefs about money. The conversation addresses the taboo around money for women and the need to overcome shame and negative mindsets. It emphasizes the importance of addressing money mistakes as lessons and offers practical steps for women to set themselves up for financial success.

Kalee also emphasizes the importance of building a strong foundation for financial success. She encourages listeners to start by understanding their current financial situation and setting goals. Kalee also highlights the need to give time and attention to money, suggesting scheduling regular 'money dates' to review expenses and discuss financial goals. She emphasizes the importance of staying engaged and informed, especially for women, and being an active participant in financial decisions.

The conversation concludes with encouragement for listeners to start taking steps towards financial success, no matter where they are currently.

Takeaways

  • Women sometimes face challenges in developing a healthy relationship with money due to societal beliefs and negative mindsets.

  • It is important for women to address their money stories and beliefs, and consciously choose empowering beliefs about money.

  • Single moms and women facing financial struggles are encouraged to know that they are not alone and that there is support available.

  • Money mistakes can be seen as lessons and opportunities for growth, and women can practice self-compassion and resilience in their financial journey.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Money and Women

02:10 Kalee's Journey and Early Money Stories

06:54 Overcoming Mindsets and Beliefs

08:36 Challenges and Messages for Single Moms

15:16 Taboo around Money for Women

20:33 Addressing Shame and Mindset

26:19 Dealing with Money Mistakes

35:06 Lessons from Money Mistakes

40:21 Practical Steps for Success

41:16 Building a Strong Foundation

42:13 Giving Time and Attention to Your Money

43:08 Staying Engaged and Informed

44:02 Taking Steps for Financial Success

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Understanding Your Core Values with Kim Westlund

Understanding your core values is critical to how your vision unfolds. Most people don't know their greatest values, but getting a clear understanding of them is crucial in life, career, and relationships.


Understanding your core values is critical to how your vision unfolds. Most people don't know their greatest values, but getting a clear understanding of them is crucial in life, career, and relationships.

Core values define what is most important to you and guide your behavior. They help measure whether you're living the life you want and identify your vision and purpose. In a corporate setting, leaders with solid values inspire and influence others.

Understanding your values clarifies your fit with a company and can save time and expense. Identifying gaps in your values and making adjustments can lead to personal growth and success.

Takeaways

Understanding your core values is crucial in life, career, and relationships.

Core values guide your behavior and help measure whether you're living the life you want.

In a corporate setting, leaders with solid values inspire and influence others.

Identifying gaps in your values and making adjustments can lead to personal growth and success.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Your Core Values

04:47 Defining Values

06:16 Values and Behavior

07:44 Importance of Understanding Personal Values

09:33 Values and Living the Desired Life

11:28 Categories of Values: Priorities

13:49 Categories of Values: How We Want to Be

18:01 Values in a Corporate Setting

21:27 Values and Company Fit

22:24 Creating Team Values

23:48 Identifying Gaps and Making Adjustments

25:10 Creating a New Comfort Zone

26:10 The Importance of Knowing Your Core Values

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The B-Side Story of Kim Westlund

The B-Side Story of Kim Westlund


Kim Westlund, Founder of The Business B-Side podcast shares her own real and raw B-Side story

Kim spent many years navigating the challenges of single-parenting, building a successful career and trying to understand her own identity in the middle of it all. There were many rock-bottom moments to climb out of, from being divorced twice at a young age to dealing with bankruptcy, living on welfare and career loss. The feelings of shame, guilt and failure were enormous, but somewhere deep down, Kim's dream for a life of purpose and impact guided her to her dream career. 

Kim's deep passion for sharing the B-Sides of everyday people came from digging through her own story that was hidden for many years. She is now building a business helping others unpack their own stories so they can stand out as business owners, parents and leaders in their lives and careers. She also shares the meaning and depth behind how Channel One Productions Inc. (now Kim Westlund Inc.) and The Business B-Side were created.

In Kim's words, "At one time, I never knew my story was important. I finally owned my story. Every story matters. This podcast is inspiration that my story might fuel yours."

Thank you to guest host, Lisa Gareau, Founder of Candy Event Consulting and The Connection Architect, for guiding the conversation.

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