Stop Digging!
First, put your shovel down and listen to our monthly community podcast, Stop Digging! Only YOU can decide how to move through whatever pile of dirt your life or work struggles have put in your way. But we can help. Explore various pain-point topics with our nonprofit's podcast team that hosts engaging conversations with real people. We focus on three main community pillars: 1. Health & Relationships 2. Learning & Leadership 3. Organizations & Growth Each pillar aligns to our nonprofit’s individual member levels (wellness, career, leadership & solopreneurship), which are considered tax-deductible donations that support our work to develop people and organizations for success. We need the community to partner with us to fund Stop Digging!, and you can donate directly toward the $1150 we need annually by going here: https://buy.stripe.com/5kA4gCaOd0qBaFq28c Otherwise, sit back and enjoy our discussions with experts and experienced people who share their expertise and stories, who often provide resources, information, and connections to build up the purpose, passion, and pursuits of listeners’ Life Work. Share your own story of personal or professional development and what has helped you best by posting in our Stop Digging! self-development LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14209768 If you have a unique story about your Life Work transition, transformation, discovery, and notable success, you might be a good guest for our next show. We typically schedule six months in advance. Visit us here to apply: asquaredlamps.org/stop-digging
Episodes
In this episode of the Stop Digging podcast, the focus is on global leadership with special guest, comedian and board member Chris Knierim, who shares his insights on the importance of effective leadership. The discussion covers the significant impact of proper leadership training, the difference between good and great leaders, and personal stories about leadership experiences. Emphasis is placed on actionable tips and th...
In this episode, host Susan interviews Dr. Danny Brassel, a renowned speaker, trainer, and coach, known as the 'Jim Carrey with a PhD.' They discuss the importance of storytelling in personal and professional growth, share insights on public speaking, and highlight how coaching can transform lives. Dr. Brassel also offers a free resource, the 'Free Story Guide,' for crafting impactful presentations.
In this episode of the Stop Digging Podcast, host Susan discusses the theme of Global Works and highlights issues of success and happiness in today's workforce. Joined by bestselling author and serial entrepreneur Betsy Pepine, the conversation delves into the metaphorical boxes that bind us and how to dismantle them for a more fulfilling life. Key topics include emotional intelligence, entrepreneurial mental health, and p...
In this episode of the Stop Digging Podcast, host Susan discusses global toxic work environments and the impact on mental health with guest Maria Escobar Borden, president of the Creating We Institute. They delve into Conversational Intelligence (CIQ), a methodology based on neuroscience, that transforms workplace conversations and relationships to foster trust and reduce stress. The discussion highlights the importance of...
In this episode of the Stop Digging podcast, host Susan and guest Chuck Harper from the organization Across Nations discuss the impacts and challenges faced by Navajo and other Indigenous communities. They explore the work of non-profits, focusing on faith-based initiatives, gap year programs for youth, and small business incubators to foster entrepreneurial skills. The conversation highlights the crucial role of relations...
In this episode of the Stop Digging podcast, we introduce the new Global Works theme and discuss the growing niche of aesthetics in the healthcare industry with Dr. Robert Tracy. Dr. Tracy, a board-certified family doctor with a passion for regenerative medicine, explains various non-invasive aesthetic procedures and their benefits for both men and women, emphasizing the importance of proactivity in skincare and hair care.
...In this episode, veteran and veteran's advocate Garret Biss shares his transformative experience transitioning from military to civilian life, facing mental health challenges, and finding support through coaching and mentorship. The discussion highlights the complex struggles veterans face, including PTSD, addiction, and identity crises, and emphasizes the importance of connection, authenticity, and meaning in recovery.
...In this episode, Nancy and Susan introduce their new series on coping with health challenges, focusing on PTSD and workplace stress. They welcome Reverend Linda-Taleo Hope from New Zealand, who shares her personal experiences with spiritual trauma and provides insights on healing, community support, and achieving a '10 space' of well-being.
Nancy and Susan discuss the impact of hearing loss with guest Jenny Carrick, sharing statistics from the World Health Organization and the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. They explore the causes, challenges, and solutions, including the latest technology in hearing aids and the importance of early detection. Jenny shares her personal journey with hearing loss, workplace accommodations, and...
In this episode of the Stop Digging podcast, hosts Susan and Nancy dive into the topic of ADHD and executive functioning skills. They discuss statistical insights, common challenges, and strategies for coping with ADHD. Special guest Kelly Kruger, an ADHD and executive functioning coach, shares her expertise on working with high school and college students, offering evidence-based strategies to foster effective study habit...
This episode is about health challenges and redefining success. Guests Jennifer and Lexi share their compelling stories about navigating life with multiple sclerosis (MS) and retinitis pigmentosa, respectively. Jennifer discusses her sudden onset of MS symptoms and the impact on her daily life, relationships, and coping mechanisms, while Lexi talks about her HK1 gene mutation and legal blindness, detailing her challenges a...
In this episode of Stop Digging Podcast, hosts Susan and Nancy interview Rhodie Fisher, a podcast host and inspirational leader with a rich multicultural background. The discussion centers on fostering diversity and creating meaningful connections through cultural interactions and shared experiences. Rhodie shares her journey, emphasizing empathy, trust, and the power of breaking bread together to strengthen relationships ...
In this episode, Susan and Nancy from A-Squared discuss their organization's bi-annual international learning trips, focusing on the recent journey to Japan and Alaska. They welcome first-time traveler Nick Ciocco, who shares his transformative experiences and newfound appreciation for different cultures. The conversation delves into the planning and execution of these educational trips, the unique experiences of team memb...
Join the Stop Digging podcast for this interview with Chasity Malatesta, an educator and equity advocate in Bainbridge Island, Wa. You will learn about the benefits of diversity and the best ways of achieving them.
Get your Stop Digging free development worksheet & join the free online podcast group to interact directly with host, co-host, & guests at asquaredlamps.org/podcast.
In this episode of Stop Digging!, Nancy and co-host Susan delve into art and culture's impact on society through an engaging conversation with renowned sculptor Gerard Basil Stripling. The dialogue explores the importance of art in reflecting society's beliefs, rituals, and social interactions. Gerard shares his journey from dabbling in fashion design to becoming a celebrated sculptor, finding his artistic calling in the s...
In this episode of the Stop Digging podcast, hosts Nancy and Susan kick off a new series on cultural diversity, featuring serial entrepreneur Aida Camelich Lowe. Aida shares her journey from a corporate design job to starting her own food business, Aida Food Company, outside Eugene, Oregon. She discusses the importance of food in expressing culture and how she experiments with various recipes, focusing on authentic and fus...
It's 2024 and that means it's time to reflect on the year that is now behind us and to celebrate the wins!
In this episode, hosts Nancy Trader and Susan Zytnik-Künzler discuss the things that made 2023 special: professional successes with A-Squared Lamp Groups, personal resolutions and the amazing guests featured on the Stop Digging! podcast.
This is a debrief you won't want to miss!
This month's guest is entrepreneur Lukas Thern Lovén who joins Nancy and Susan to discuss a hot topic: Artificial Intelligence!
They discuss this technology's implications for various industries, such as supply chain and content creation, and its potential to replace human tasks in the near future. For a deep dive on the rise of AI, its various types, and its impact on the global workforce, look no further than this epi...
The holidays are upon us: a time to reflect on the year that is almost over and look forward with optimism to the new one to come. For entrepreneurs, this is especially important!
Join Nancy and Susan for a cozy, empowering discussion about small business in America in beyond: trends, principles, ideas and experiences. Drawing from academic studies and a recent A-Squared Lamp Groups survey, our hosts touch on themes includ...
What does it mean to be a leader? To be resilient? When faced with a life-threatening situation, is it possible to not only survive, but thrive?
These questions and more are explored on this month's episode of Stop Digging, presented by A-Squared Lamp Groups. The guest is Mark Rodriguez, a stonemason, double lung transplant survivor, motivational speaker and man of faith. Mark's incredible story of dogged perseverance and r...
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