In Episode 2, host Amanda Wiedenfeld continues her interview with Nicole Gann, MS, SPHR, President & CEO of Juliette Fowler Communities. They discuss the power of words and the importance of continuous personal growth. Nicole shares her unexpected journey into aging services, and the two discuss changing perceptions of aging services and the benefits of living in a community. Nicole shares a powerful moment that has shifted her perspective on aging and emphasizes the value of continual learning and growth.
This episode elevates the conversation with takeaways like:
- Words have power and can be used to uplift or harm ourselves and others.
- Continuous personal growth is essential for personal and professional development.
- The path to a fulfilling career can be unexpected and may lead to unexpected opportunities.
- Living in a community can provide connection and purpose and combat isolation and loneliness.
- Aging brings new experiences and perspectives, and embracing them can lead to personal growth and empathy.
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Episode breakdown:
- 00:30 | Welcome back and what to expect
- 01:00 | #careislove campaign
- 02:05 | Part 2 of Interview with Nicole Gann
- 03:06 | The power of words
- 04:23 | Revisiting impactful works
- 05:11 | From manufacturing to aging services
- 08:53 | An unexpected path
- 10:15 | This is different
- 14:08 | Changing perceptions of aging services
- 18:46 | Uplift Aging: Unfiltered
- 25:19 | Wrap up
- 26:20 | Outro
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Special thanks to Nicole Gann, MS, SPHR, and Juliette Fowler Communities in Dallas, Texas!
This episode is made possible by LeadingAge Texas' Partners: Functional Pathways, LeadingAge Texas Health Plan, Inc., and Ziegler; along with LeadingAge Texas' Diamond Sponsor: Value First, and Platinum Sponsor: Communities of Faith, RRG.
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The Uplift Aging Podcast is a production of LeadingAge Texas.
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