LAUNCH Podcast with Allison Michels

“Acceptance is a bada$$ power move!” In this episode, Allison interviews Dr. Mitch Abblett. Dr. Mitch Abblett is a clinical psychologist, author, consultant and national / international speaker. Dr. Abblett's publications include: The Five Hurdles to Happiness and the Mindful Path to Overcoming Them (Shambhala), The Self-Compassion Deck and Growing Mindful (among other mindfulness-related card decks with PESI Publications) and Helping Your Angry Teen and From Anger to Action (New Harbinger). Upcoming publications include his latest book for parents, educators and helping professionals - Prizeworthy: How to Meaningfully Connect, Build Character, and Unlock the Potential of Every Child, and the card deck for children, Train Your Mind Like a Ninja: 30 Secret Skills for Fun, Focus, and Resilience. Dr. Abblett's work has appeared in numerous online and print media such as The New York Times, Newsweek, Tricycle Magazine, and USA Today. His frequent blog posts regarding mindfulness applications in family and relationships can be found in Mindful Magazine's companion website Mindful.org. In this episode Mitch and Allison discuss how to be intentional in communicating with others, how to take action or decide if pausing and accepting it might be better. Connect with Dr. Mitch Abblett: www.drmitchabblett.com

“Remember to make space in your schedule for yourself!” In this episode, Allison interviews Kristy Wallace. Kristy Wallace is the CEO of Ellevate Network, and is responsible for executing Ellevate Network’s mission of changing the culture of business from the inside out by providing professional women with a supportive community to lean on and learn from. Kristy and Allison discuss overcoming burnout in the workplace. Kristy shares personal stories about overcoming burnout, strategies to implement, and how to reframe burnout to purpose when you think about dreaming about your future. This episode is filled to the brim with awesomeness! Connect with Kristy Wallace: www.ellevatenetwork.com

“My thing is striving to find out what’s next.” In this episode, Allison interviews Matt Hermans. Matt Hermans is the CEO/Founder of Soulogical.org, a patented inventor, expert innovator, strategic advisor, and partner in many different business ventures. In this episode, Matt and Allison discuss having a possibilities mindset. Matt shares his experience with innovating new ideas, thinking big, and how to make a positive impact on a global scale. His work in the innovation industry has created many monumental shifts and he is sharing how he thinks to make big change happen. Connect with Matt Hermans: www.soulogical.org

“Find support in developing a healthy lifestyle.” In this episode, Allison interviews christine blanchette. Christine is an energetic and enthusiastic host turning her passion for running and everything fitness into a career. Her show Run With It is broadcast monthly on Novus TV (TELUS), Healthy Living Network, Optik TV, and her YouTube channel. Interviewing health and fitness professionals, athletes and celebrities on everything from proper nutrition to training for marathons, Christine brings the best experts in the industry to keep you informed and inspired. Christine has interviewed celebrities including Andre De Grasse, Bif Naked, Frank Beddor, Emmanuelle Vaugier and professional golfer Brooke Henderson. In this episode Christine shares her tools for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, stress reduction, creating habits, and taking action. Christine also shares some of her background on she started her own TV show and continues to step out of her comfort zone to help more people! Connect with christine blanchette: https://www.christineruns.com/

“Create opportunities for yourself by building relationships with others.” In this episode, Allison interviews Dr. Deborah Thomson. Dr. Deborah Thomson is the author of The Art of Science Communication and the Chair of the World Veterinary Association's One Health Education Subgroup.  In addition, she founded an organization that inspires children and adults around the world to value the interconnection between human health and the health of the environment, plants and animals (called One Health Lessons).  She has served as a Science Policy Advisor in the United States Congress and is also a clinical veterinarian and award-winning public speaker.  Her articles have been printed in multiple publications, including The Lancet Planetary Health. Dr. Deborah and Allison discuss the importance of communicating clearly, how to connect with others, One Health Lessons, and the amazing ways Dr. Deborah has been able to make a huge impact in the world. Connect with Dr. Deborah Thomson: www.deborah-thomson.com www.onehealthlessons.com

“Create opportunities for yourself by building relationships with others.” In this episode, Allison interviews Leland Harper. Leland is a Canadian philosopher currently working at Siena Heights University. His current area of focus is the philosophy of race, where he is looking into the semantics of racism. He also works as a business consultant, helping organizations implement strategies related to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. Leland and Allison discuss how Leland has been able to make stuff happen in his life and business. They also discuss race, connection, and taking action. Connect with Leland Harper:  https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781793614759/Multiverse-Deism-Shifting-Perspectives-of-God-and-the-World https://vernonpress.com/book/1129 https://www.lharperconsulting.com/

“Give yourself some grace.” In this episode, Allison interviews Debbie Peterson. She is a certified Trainer of NLP at the Master Practitioner level, in the last ten years, Debbie has presented to thousands of employees, leaders, and clients at various sized companies and organizations. She is a professional member of the National Speakers Association and Women’s Speakers Association Debbie is a published author, with her book, Clarity: How Smart Professionals Create Career Success on Their Terms available on Amazon and she serves on the board of ATHENA International. Debbie and Allison discuss the importance of finding out what you truly want to do in your career and life. Debbie shares some practical tips and tools to help you find the clarity you seek. Connect with Debbie: www.debbiepeterson.com

“Ask yourself: what is it that I’m meant to move toward next?” In this episode, Allison interviews Tony Martignetti. Tony is a trusted advisor, coach, author and speaker who is passionate about elevating leaders to equip them with the tools to navigate through change and unlock their true potential. Tony and Allison discuss how to move past walls of doubt, tap into your power, and find your purpose by being curious. This is a must-listen episode if you are on a path that is no longer serving you. Connect with Tony: www.inspiredpurposecoach.com

“Remember, you don’t have to play small. You are awesome!” In this episode, Allison interviews Toni Bache. Toni is from Australia and works as a membership growth strategist who helps busy women build and scale their online memberships, without sacrifice so they can have the freedom, flexibility, and fulfillment that first attracted them to starting their own business. Toni and Allison discuss alignment of work and passion, growing to the next level, and seeing your worth. This episode is filled with practical tools to scale your business, and helpful thoughts on business mindset. Connect with Toni Bache: www.tonibache.com

“Be passionate about what you do.” In this episode, Allison interviews Robert Esmie. Robert Esmie is a 4x100 Relay Olympic Gold Medalist, Founder Airblastoff Sports, and Co-Founder Critiq.com. In the only Olympic race he ever ran, Robert Esmie became an Olympic champion. He was the lead off runner of the gold medal winning Canadian 4x100m relay team at Atlanta 1996 with Glenroy Gilbert, Bruny Surin and 100m Olympic champion Donovan Bailey. Replacing an injured Carlton Chambers who ran in the first two rounds, Esmie showed up to the Olympic relay final with the words “Relay Blast Off” shaved into his head in an attempt to relax his team mates and shut down the partisan crowd, while wearing a t-shirt that said “Relax. You’ve been erased” in hopes that he would get the mental advantage over American lead off runner Jon Drummond – which he did when he caught him reading his t-shirt. Despite being in a minor traffic accident enroute to the stadium and the relay final being delayed by a disqualification, Esmie ran the race of his life. Robert and Allison discuss his mindset leading up to the Olympics from the day he first had the vision to be an Olympic Gold Medal runner to the day he received the Olympic Gold Medal. There are so many ways to describe this interview: inspiring, uplifting and empowering in so many ways. Connect with Robert Esmie: www.Robertesmie.com Air Blastoff Sports: https://www.airblastoff.com/ Critiq: www.critiq.com

“The ‘why not me attitude’ is the ability to easily envision yourself achieving success.” In this episode, Allison interviews Christine Roberts. Christine is a wife, mom, success coach, speaker, and author of Inspirational Mind Food. She loves to inspire big dreams in other like-minded women to believe that “IT” is possible, whatever “IT” is, healthier mindset, improved family relationships, purpose, etc. She Leverages her corporate experience in leadership and culture, with John Maxwell and Disney, along with the lessons she has learned from other experts to drive the highest level of ROI, in order to help others create their best life, even if they think it’s impossible. Christine and Allison discuss having a why not me attitude in your life both personally and professionally. Christine shares her own tools and techniques to shift her mindset, overcome doubts to achieve results she dreamt of achieving. Connect with Christine M. Roberts: www.christinemroberts.com

“You have to take time to take care of yourself. Self care is not selfish.” In this episode, Allison interviews Michael Levitt. Michael Levitt is the founder & Chief Burnout Officer of The Breakfast  Leadership Network, a San Diego and Toronto-based burnout media firm. He is a Certified NLP and CBT Therapist, and is one of the world's leading authorities in burnout recovery and prevention.  He is also a Fortune 500 consultant, #1 bestselling author, and host of the Breakfast Leadership Show, a top 200 podcast on iTunes. Michael and Allison discuss what burnout is, how we can overcome it, and how we can take time for ourselves. Connect with Michael Levitt: https://www.breakfastleadership.com/

“Emotions are what change people, not logic.” In this episode, Allison interviews Suman Ghose.Suman Ghose holds an undergraduate degree from IIT Kharagpur & MBA from IIM Bangalore.As cofounder of Inroads Leadership Development, Suman has coached and trained numerous middle to senior management people and executive leadership. Suman is a coach and trainer for the World Health Organization, part of the United Nations.Suman is coauthor of a best-selling book on Emotional Intelligence namely "From Command to Empathy - Using EQ in the age of Disruption". It is published by HarperCollins and has featured in the Amazon Best Reads list. You can find details of the book here - https://www.inroads.co.in/fromcommandtoempathy Suman and Allison discuss building empathy through mindset and behaviors to positively impact and influence others. Connect with Suman Ghose: www.inroads.co.in/

“Where’s my joy?” In this episode, Allison interviews Dr. Jess Broitman. Dr. Jess is a psychoanalyst who is passionate about helping people realize their full potential, finding joyful self-expression, and creating a more just and sustainable world. Dr. Jess and Allison have an in depth discussion about how to find more joy in your life. They also discuss stress management techniques, giving yourself permission, and the importance of intention. Connect with Dr. Jess: www.doctorjess.org

“You need to choose a moonshot and spend all day chasing it.” In this episode, Allison interviews Jared Yellin. Jared is a non-tech techy Co-Founder of dozens of companies. Jared brings an extremely unique perspective to launching tech companies, building teams, and creating a culture of excellence. Currently he’s working with Grant Cardone to LAUNCH 10,000 tech companies in 10 years in the 10x Incubator. They are on a mission to create, innovate, LAUNCH, and accelerate 10,000 tech companies in 10 years. Jared shares his personal journey to entrepreneurship, how to reframe challenges, and how to go after your moonshot! Connect with Jared Yellin: www.10xincubator.com

“I found that having a broad range of experiences helped me go to the next level.” In this episode, Allison interviews Kirsten Curtis. Kirsten is the founder of Omega Partner Solutions Consulting Firm. Kirsten reached the ranks of executive early in her career, became a CEO in early 30’s, and founded her own consulting firm. Kirsten and Allison discuss the strategies she used to go to the next level of her career. Kirsten is passionate about helping women in business and wants to see women succeed. Connect with Kirsten Curtis: kirsten@omegapartnersolutions.com

“I work to help people spend more time feeling and less time doing.” In this episode, Allison interviews Sherianna Boyle. Sherianna is the Author of Emotional Detox Now: 135 Practices to Renew Your Mind, Heart & Spirit as well as eight other books. Founder of the Cleanse Method with over twenty years experience in the field of mental health. Sherianna and Allison discuss how to create space for feeling to manifest a life of joy, abundance, and ease. They discuss the power of feeling emotions, recognizing reactionary behavior, and a powerful technique to help you clear your emotions. Connect with Sherianna Boyle: https://emotionaldetoxnow.com/ Free Resource: https://www.emotionaldetoxnow.com/transforming-worry_2

“I am passionate about IDEAS that can impact the world.” In this episode, Allison interviews Dolores Hirschmann. Dolores is an executive coach, entrepreneur, and marketing/communications strategist. She is passionate about IDEAS that can impact the world. She works with how to help professionals position themselves as thought leaders in their field. During this interview Dolores and Allison discuss what to do with your ideas, especially when you have a lot of them. Do you implement them all? Do you take action? Do you wait? Dolores shares her amazing process to help you figure out if an idea is yours and if you should implement it. Connect with Dolores Hirschmann: www.mastersinclarity.com

“Let go of fear and do what’s right.” - Michelle Enjoli Baeto In this episode, Allison Liddle interviews Michelle Enjoli Baeto.  Michelle is a connector, storyteller, and believer in the amazing power human connection can have on your life both personally and professionally. Michelle has worked for global brands in television broadcasting and marketing like Univision, Telemundo, ABC, NBC, CBS, Mercedes Benz USA, and Delta Air Lines. Her work involves helping to connect leaders and professionals with each other for growth and development.  Michelle and Allison discuss how to connect with people, how to dream bigger, and how to overcome fear. Michelle shares amazing tips she uses to help herself and her clients find clarity and focus to dream. She also shares how to have the resilience to go to the next level! Connect with Michelle Enjoli Baeto: https://www.michelleenjoli.com/

“What if you checked in with yourself and asked is this bringing me fear or joy? And then lead with that joy?” - Eric Reid In this episode, Allison Liddle interviews Eric Reid.  Eric G Reid Coaching is committed to your success. Eric’s has a mission to help, impact and inspire hundreds of thousands of people to take their life and their business and their life to the next level and get more of what they want. Eric and Allison discuss  how false the idea of hustling is and how it’s okay to pause and give ourselves grace. Eric shares practical ways you can check in with yourself to make sure that you are leading with joy, not fear. And how to make sure you take the time to breathe. Connect with Eric Reid: http://www.ericgreid.com/