All About The Joy
183 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 18 hours ago -All About The Joy is a weekly hang-out with friends in the neighborhood! We share insight, advice, funny-isms and we choose to always try and find the positive, the silver lining, the "light" in all of it. AATJ comes from the simple concept that at the end of the day we all want to have more JOY than not. So, this is a cool place to unwind, have a laugh and share some time with friends!
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How To Get Through Difficulties - Sharing Tricks of the Trade
October 04, 2022 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBIn this episode, I share one of the ways I walk myself through a difficult situation. Whether you're having a bad day or feeling blue, or you woke up in a bad mood, this is one of the things I do to get myself thinking from a different perspective. People ask how I always stay positive. Well, it's not that I am more positive than anyone else, it's that when something bad happens, I do things like this - it works whether I'm in the office, at home or even dealing with someone in traffic. ...
An Apology, Arrogance and What I Do For A Living
September 27, 2022 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBIn this episode, I talk about the difference between being arrogant and knowing yourself. I offer an apology (but not for what you think) and I talk about what I do for a living. I also talk about why knowing your strengths and weaknesses matter and how you can have a real sense of power by knowing yourself fully. I've been called a lot of things in my life, and I like the new title I heard this past weekend of The Fixer. Made me smile. And you know, not far off from the truth. My ...
An Apology and What I Do
September 27, 2022 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBIn this episode, I talk about the difference between being arrogant and knowing yourself. I offer an apology (but not for what you think) and I talk about what I do for a living. I also talk about why knowing your strengths and weaknesses matter and how you can have a real sense of power by knowing yourself fully. I've been called a lot of things in my life, and I like the new title I heard this past weekend of The Fixer. Made me smile. And you know, not far off from the truth. My ...
How We Communicate and Network
September 20, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBIn this episode, I talk about how we communicate with each other and how I wish networking was as easy on LinkedIn or at a Seminar as it is at a wedding. I also talk about being self-aware. Some tips on how to be better about meeting people authentically. Support the show As always, thank you for stopping by. Please visit my YouTube page and add, like and share. I would appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find me anywhere on social media, please check out my link in bio page. ...
How We Communicate and Network
September 20, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBIn this episode, I talk about how we communicate with each other and how I wish networking was as easy on LinkedIn or at a Seminar as it is at a wedding. I also talk about being self-aware. Some tips on how to be better about meeting people authentically. Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share. We'd appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the link in bio page. Music By Geova...
Not Knowing And The Mistakes I've Made
September 13, 2022 10:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBIn this episode, I talk about making mistakes and being okay with not knowing things. I also issue an apology, refer you to a great class and...share my in-depth thoughts on the Royals. Thanks again for following me on my YouTube Page - I'm so appreciative. Send me a message here via my contact page. Class on Freelancing on the Healthy Rich Website. Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share. We'd appreciate that greatly. Also, if y...
Reading The Fine Print is Everything When Creating
August 23, 2022 10:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBIn this episode, we talk with Andrea Nunez of the Genysys Group. What should you be weary of when submitting to contests or even signing contracts for a new job? We get into it. Read everything. Don't sign your rights away. As always, please visit me on my Youtube page as well. Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share. We'd appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the link in ...
My Issues With Your Opinions - Field of Dreams
August 16, 2022 10:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBIt's a late-night recording for me - and in this episode, I talk about something that happened last week on Twitter involving a prominent writer and the movie Field of Dreams. Topics discussed: How you criticize. How you hate. How it's easy to be cruel Remember, it's all about the joy! How can you be better about those things you don't like? Can we get back a little bit more of that decency and respect thing we once heard about long ago? Please follow, like and share! I'm on...
Branding 101 - The Simple Explanation
August 10, 2022 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.38 MBWe hear the words all the time: "You need to establish a brand". What does that mean exactly? The verbiage being thrown around in this new Creator Economy world is a lot to take on, but more importantly, understanding the concepts so we can take advantage of them, is of the utmost importance. In this episode, I explain, simply what the basic concept of branding is. Please follow me on YouTube and I will follow you back! If you want more information on who I am, please check me out at ...
Branding 101 - The Simple Explanation
August 10, 2022 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.38 MBWe hear the words all the time: "You need to establish a brand". What does that mean exactly? The verbiage being thrown around in this new Creator Economy world is a lot to take on, but more importantly, understanding the concepts so we can take advantage of them, is of the utmost importance. In this episode, I explain, simply what the basic concept of branding is. Please follow me on YouTube and I will follow you back! If you want more information on who I am, please check me out at ...
What's Next? Shoot For The Moon
August 08, 2022 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBWe all have goals. The struggle to get the things we want is universal. You are not alone. You do have choices though. I walk you through them. Please help and follow me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/c/CarmenLezethSuarez This would be such a great help as I work on producing more content on YouTube. Thank you for being a listener! Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share. We'd appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want t...
Ten Rules Everyone Should Follow Part 1
August 02, 2022 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBThis past week I took to writing down some of my pet peeves and realized if we would be a bit more considerate of each other, maybe the world would be a better place! The key word is considerate, but how do we accomplish this? Let's look at some everyday things that we can do to help. My blog post on the subject is here - You can always visit my creative website: Creative Simplicity My Youtube Channel is here - Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and...
Ten Rules Everyone Should Follow Part 1
August 02, 2022 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBThis past week I took to writing down some of my pet peeves and realized if we would be a bit more considerate of each other, maybe the world would be a better place! The key word is considerate, but how do we accomplish this? Let's look at some everyday things that we can do to help. My blog post on the subject is here - You can always visit my creative website: Creative Simplicity My Youtube Channel is here - Support the show As always, thank you for stopping by. Please visit my You...
Normalizing This Boring Regular Life and the Lessons We Learn
July 26, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBWhat was the best, worst, and most surprising thing that happened last week? Normalizing regular lives. Where are my people? Check out the video content version of my podcast on Youtube -- subscribe, like and share! https://www.youtube.com/c/CarmenLezethSuarez Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share. We'd appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the link in bio page. Music...
The Difference Between A Leader and Just Being A Person Who Owns A Company
July 19, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBJust because you hire people to work for you, doesn't make you a leader. Taking the time to understand this one truth, will help you and your team work together better. And yes, I hate multiple-choice tests. Curious why? Please follow me and subscribe on my YOUTUBE Channel. Thank you! Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for stopp...
How To Find Mentors - The Easy Way
July 12, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this episode: I've mastered the art of having the right people in my corner in life and in business. I share the best way to go about finding the right people. Learn what the tools are to find the people who can walk you through. I share who my first mentors were and who my mentors are today. I answer the question: why does having a mentor matter. No matter where you live, or what you do, you can find the right mentor to help you move forward. Please follow me on my Youtube...
How To Find Mentors - The Easy Way
July 12, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this episode: I've mastered the art of having the right people in my corner in life and in business. I share the best way to go about finding the right people. Learn what the tools are to find the people who can walk you through. I share who my first mentors were and who my mentors are today. I answer the question: why does having a mentor matter. No matter where you live, or what you do, you can find the right mentor to help you move forward. Please follow me on my Youtube...
Gratefulness and Perseverance - What's The Connection?
July 05, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.07 MBIn this episode, I debunk the idea of having to be grateful in order to get what you want in life. So many, including one of my favs, Oprah, have made this a very confusing thing to understand. Having a gratitude journal has nothing to do with getting the things you want in life. I give you some reasons why. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to yo...
Normalizing Not Being Able To Produce and Create Today
June 28, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBIn this episode, I talk about how we need to normalize that it's pretty human to not always be ON. Whether at work or in life, there will be days when you just can't create and produce. How do we normalize that? Especially when something happens that is completely out of your control and you're just not feeling it? And how, as businesses do we prepare for the possibility that someone on the team might be having a bad day and just can't create? Do you have a Plan B? Do you have a Consequ...
Normalizing Not Being Able To Produce and Create Today
June 28, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBIn this episode, I talk about how we need to normalize that it's pretty human to not always be ON. Whether at work or in life, there will be days when you just can't create and produce. How do we normalize that? Especially when something happens that is completely out of your control and you're just not feeling it? And how, as businesses do we prepare for the possibility that someone on the team might be having a bad day and just can't create? Do you have a Plan B? Do you have a Consequ...
Rejection - You're Doing Life and Work Wrong
June 21, 2022 10:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBIn this episode, I talk about Rejection from both the point of view of the person being rejected and the person who has to reject someone. There are some definite ways to walk through both situations and from my experience, these three tips in both personal and work situations, make it a whole lot easier. Check it out. I’m trying to get better about promoting my podcast All About The Joy. Also, I have a weekly blog over at carmensuarez.com. I publish a new blog post every Monday by 9am ...
Overreacting in Life and In Business - Take A Breath
June 14, 2022 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBIn this episode, I expand on a story I wrote on my blog that happened this past weekend. I also talk about how hard we are on ourselves and sometimes, when we don't take a breath, we dig the hole deeper and may accidentally lash out at others. In business and in our personal lives we have to learn to take a breath. We also need to understand we're all just doing the best we can. Find me on all my social media by clicking here. More information on Gary Vee. Buzzsprout - Let's get y...
Overreacting in Life and In Business - Take A Breath
June 14, 2022 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBIn this episode, I expand on a story I wrote on my blog that happened this past weekend. I also talk about how hard we are on ourselves and sometimes, when we don't take a breath, we dig the hole deeper and may accidentally lash out at others. In business and in our personal lives we have to learn to take a breath. We also need to understand we're all just doing the best we can. Find me on all my social media by clicking here. More information on Gary Vee. Buzzsprout - Let's get y...
You Are Not That Important To Be That Busy - Stop Using the Word Busy
June 07, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.92 MBWhether it be in business or in your personal life, using the word "busy" is self-indulgent and can just make you look bad. Stop using the word and see it change the way you manage your time, how you deal with your clients, employees, and friends. It can change how you come across to others and make you appear as a person who is respectful of other people and their time. Such a simple trick, but a good one. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This po...
Regrets - How Not to Have Them in Business and Personally
May 31, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.21 MBThere is a system I created as a teenager so that I would never live with any regrets. In this episode, I share the "How To" on never having to regret any decision you make. With these steps and a different perspective, you can also free yourself of living with future regrets. As always, I'm so glad you stopped by. Please visit either of my websites if you'd like to know more: Business and Home and please subscribe for more episodes every Tuesday morning by 9am PST time wherever you liste...
Are Online Relationships Real?
May 24, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode, I talk about what the definition of friendships should be and it has little to do with whether or not you met online verse in person. I also give examples in both business and in my personal life. As always, I'm so glad you stopped by. Please visit either of my websites if you'd like to know more: Business and Home and please subscribe for more episodes every Tuesday morning by 9am PST time wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. If you'd like to reach out to m...
What Is This Podcast About - Clarity
May 17, 2022 13:00 - 11 minutes - 8.01 MBI want to clarify what this Podcast is about. But first, let me apologize to my regular listeners for not being consistent and not having a regular recording time. That changes this week. I will have a new episode up, every Tuesday morning before 9am PST time. Also, my blog post, which can be found on carmensuarez.com will also be posted on a consistent basis, Monday mornings PST. If I will not be posting a new episode, I will repost one that I think has value to listen to again. Or I wil...
One Way to Fix New Hires Ghosting New Job Opportunities - The Problem is Employers and Recruiters
May 09, 2022 17:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBThere's a great article in the Wall Street Journal that talks about this newish dilemma. The conversation is happening everywhere, but today, I was inspired by the comment section over on LinkedIn. The truth is, Recruiting and Employers themselves have been going about hiring people in so many wrong ways for so long, I'm not surprised this is the new go to for some very frustrated people seeking a job opportunity. I recently had a similar situation happen and I understand completely why s...
Happiness Is Not The Goal But Here's How To Find It
April 24, 2022 16:00 - 8 minutes - 6.02 MBI'm shocked by how many people believe that being happy is the goal in life. No. Imagine if you were happy every day? Most people would think you're crazy, and you would be. Happiness is not the goal, but learning how to find happiness when things are tough... that's what I explain in this episode. My skydiving video is in the middle of this Post. Enjoy! Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share. We'd appreciate that greatly. Also, i...
Happiness Is Not The Goal But Here's How To Find It
April 24, 2022 16:00 - 8 minutes - 6.02 MBI'm shocked by how many people believe that being happy is the goal in life. No. Imagine if you were happy every day? Most people would think you're crazy, and you would be. Happiness is not the goal, but learning how to find happiness when things are tough... that's what I explain in this episode. My skydiving video is in the middle of this Post. Enjoy! Support the show As always, thank you for stopping by. Please visit my YouTube page and add, like and share. I would appreciate that g...
Am I The Only One - Wanting the Basics
April 11, 2022 17:00 - 8 minutes - 5.73 MBDoes anyone out there feel like they haven't lived up to their potential? Me too. I don't have any answers and actually, in this episode, I'm asking -- do you have any real wisdom to share? Anything I haven't already done? And please, let's not talk about being grateful. I really want to know if anyone else out there feels like, they just don't know what they don't know? A vent. Support the show As always, thank you for stopping by. Please visit my YouTube page and add, like and share. ...
Am I The Only One - Wanting the Basics
April 11, 2022 17:00 - 8 minutes - 5.73 MBDoes anyone out there feel like they haven't lived up to their potential? Me too. I don't have any answers and actually, in this episode, I'm asking -- do you have any real wisdom to share? Anything I haven't already done? And please, let's not talk about being grateful. I really want to know if anyone else out there feels like, they just don't know what they don't know? A vent. Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share. We'd appreci...
Why Hiring Black Women Is A Problem
March 24, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBHow do we hire people with the idea of diversity and inclusion in mind? Does hiring people of color mean less for white employees? From an example that happened on LinkedIn, we discuss the issues that trigger some white folk when trying to uplift people of color. Is there enough in the pie for everyone? And what exactly is the existential crisis? Andrea Nunez, from The Genysys Group, is our guest. Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like an...
The Lies You Have Been Told
March 09, 2022 14:00 - 12 minutes - 8.76 MBAre you a morning person? Do you procrastinate? Do you thrive in chaos or are you so organized that others crave to be just like you? Doesn't matter. At the end of the day, who you are is perfectly okay. It's what makes you, YOU! So, how do you take your "weaknesses" and make them into strengths? Well, listen in while I give you a few possibilities! And remember, it really is all about the joy! I've also started a YouTube Channel. Just trying something out. So, if you'd like, head on over a...
The Lies You Have Been Told
March 09, 2022 14:00 - 12 minutes - 8.76 MBAre you a morning person? Do you procrastinate? Do you thrive in chaos or are you so organized that others crave to be just like you? Doesn't matter. At the end of the day, who you are is perfectly okay. It's what makes you, YOU! So, how do you take your "weaknesses" and make them into strengths? Well, listen in while I give you a few possibilities! And remember, it really is all about the joy! I've also started a YouTube Channel. Just trying something out. So, if you'd like, head on over a...
The Interview with Andrea Nunez - The Mistakes Bosses Make
March 02, 2022 17:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBIn this episode, we speak with Andrea Nunez, CEO of The Genysys Group about mistakes that bosses and leaders make on a pretty regular basis. Andrea talks about having job descriptions, setting up clear expectations for both parties, and explains what the difference is between a leader and a boss. Do you know what the difference is? And, hey, you're manager, but should you be? Those questions and more answered here -- enjoy! Reference to "Gary Vee" in this episode is talking about Gar...
What is Content Exactly
January 25, 2022 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.61 MBPeople are confused about what the definition of Content is. This episode explores the idea that everything you create and share, even comments on blog post, or a TikTok video is Content. The question really is, does the content you share have value? And how do you treat people in your social media commenting or just hanging around? How you react to your audience matters. Every. Single. Time. Support the show As always, thank you for stopping by. Please visit my YouTube page and add, l...
What is Content Exactly
January 25, 2022 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.61 MBPeople are confused about what the definition of Content is. This episode explores the idea that everything you create and share, even comments on blog post, or a TikTok video is Content. The question really is, does the content you share have value? And how do you treat people in your social media commenting or just hanging around? How you react to your audience matters. Every. Single. Time. Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share...
How to Fire Someone
January 18, 2022 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.16 MBPart of owning a business is having to hire and fire people on a pretty regular basis. I'm good at it, yes even the firing part. In this episode, I share some of my tips on how to do it and why it's not so difficult to do. The interesting part? You can apply these tips to all aspects of your life, not just work. Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share. We'd appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social medi...
How to Fire Someone
January 18, 2022 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.16 MBPart of owning a business is having to hire and fire people on a pretty regular basis. I'm good at it, yes even the firing part. In this episode, I share some of my tips on how to do it and why it's not so difficult to do. The interesting part? You can apply these tips to all aspects of your life, not just work. Support the show As always, thank you for stopping by. Please visit my YouTube page and add, like and share. I would appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find me anywhere...
Social Media Is Real Life
January 11, 2022 21:00 - 11 minutes - 8 MBThe idea that social media isn't a REAL part of our everyday lives and affects us daily is a myth. How you interact with social media not only affects your business, but it also affects us personally. It tells you a lot about who you really are in the world, and in this case, can affect how you work, feel, and function on a daily basis. Take note. Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share. We'd appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want...
Social Media Is Real Life
January 11, 2022 21:00 - 11 minutes - 8 MBThe idea that social media isn't a REAL part of our everyday lives and affects us daily is a myth. How you interact with social media not only affects your business, but it also affects us personally. It tells you a lot about who you really are in the world, and in this case, can affect how you work, feel, and function on a daily basis. Take note. Support the show As always, thank you for stopping by. Please visit my YouTube page and add, like and share. I would appreciate that greatly. Al...
How To Deal With Rejection
January 04, 2022 21:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBRejection, in all its forms, happens more often than not. Learning how to deal with rejection is a skill, something that you can master and not get derailed by. Listen in and learn a bit about how being rejected, actually can be a plus - and always, if you look at it positively, an opportunity. Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share. We'd appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out...
Oprah is Wrong About Gratitude
December 14, 2021 17:00 - 11 minutes - 7.75 MBSince day one I have disagreed with Oprah (and others) about practicing gratitude. Being grateful has nothing to do with getting the things you want in life. But that is what people think: if they write in a gratitude journal then they will get that new car or new boyfriend they've been hoping for. I don't know where it got twisted, but that's not why you should practice being grateful. That's not it at all. Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, l...
Question Do You Have Manners?
December 07, 2021 17:00 - 11 minutes - 8.23 MBThis episode talks about the link between being able to speak to each other regardless of our differences, with respect, and whether or not it's because we all lack basic manners and simple etiquette. Support the show As always, thank you for stopping by. Please visit my YouTube page and add, like and share. I would appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find me anywhere on social media, please check out my link in bio page. One of my mantra's is a paraphrase from Maya Angelou, "Wh...
Question Do You Have Manners?
December 07, 2021 17:00 - 11 minutes - 8.23 MBThis episode talks about the link between being able to speak to each other regardless of our differences, with respect, and whether or not it's because we all lack basic manners and simple etiquette. Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share. We'd appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the link in bio page. Music By Geovane Bruno, Moments, 3481 Editing by Team A-J Host, Carmen ...
Letting It Go is Ridiculous: Stop Saying It
November 30, 2021 21:00 - 10 minutes - 7.38 MBI've talked about this subject before. The concept is well-meaning, but when you keep saying "let it go" please know, you're not doing anything at all to help the situation. Actually, you're making it worse. If you want to help, here's what you need to do... Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share. We'd appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the link in bio page. Music By Geov...
Letting It Go is Ridiculous: Stop Saying It
November 30, 2021 21:00 - 10 minutes - 7.38 MBI've talked about this subject before. The concept is well-meaning, but when you keep saying "let it go" please know, you're not doing anything at all to help the situation. Actually, you're making it worse. If you want to help, here's what you need to do... Support the show As always, thank you for stopping by. Please visit my YouTube page and add, like and share. I would appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find me anywhere on social media, please check out my link in bio page. ...
Finding Pure Joy In Different Places
November 23, 2021 17:00 - 6 minutes - 4.4 MBPracticing Self-care has become a very well-known subject. The word itself can turn people off, but this weekend, I experienced something that surprised me and made me feel such joy I just wanted to share it with everyone and also remind everyone -- finding joy and uplifting our spirit is a form of self-care. This is how I do it! Oh, and if you want to see a clip of me skydiving - check out my blog post on "Things I Do for Fun" scroll down and you'll see the short clip of me Skydiving. B...
Finding Pure Joy In Different Places
November 23, 2021 17:00 - 6 minutes - 4.4 MBPracticing Self-care has become a very well-known subject. The word itself can turn people off, but this weekend, I experienced something that surprised me and made me feel such joy I just wanted to share it with everyone and also remind everyone -- finding joy and uplifting our spirit is a form of self-care. This is how I do it! Oh, and if you want to see a clip of me skydiving - check out my blog post on "Things I Do for Fun" scroll down and you'll see the short clip of me Skydiving. B...