Goats, Diabetes, and Stoicism with Consultant, Coach and Cook, Becky Schmooke

Today I was joined in the diner booth by leadership consultant and owner of Becky’s Mindful Kitchen, Becky Schmooke. Becky, her wonderful sarcasm, and I dove in discussing popcorn in bed and Minnesota diners.  We then talked about what she wanted to be when she grew up and how she got to meet both Michelle Kwan and Jill Biden (but didn’t realize it was her).  From figure skating to playing the cello to running cross country, Becky has had no shortage of interests. It was cool to hear her talk about her theory that winners quit. She then told me about what mindfulness means to her, and I was surprised by her answer! Lastly, we dove into her passion for stoicism and how it shows up in both her daily life, teaching, and leadership consulting work.  Lots of laughs throughout this one and some pretty great insights. Enjoy!

About the Guest: 

The year was 1987, the month January, and as the sun rose on the final day of the first week of the new year, a blessed baby was born over looking the Pacific Ocean… no? Not the bio you were looking for?

Okay… take two Becky Schmooke is the founder, owner, goat wrangler and dishwasher of Becky’s Mindful Kitchen. A cooking school in the Midwest that has evolved into a truly one of a kind countryside escape and home to summer camps, leadership retreats, mindfulness workshops, and bachelorette parties.

After 10 years of studying mindfulness, leadership and stoic philosophy, she now focuses on mindful leadership consulting and speaking, helping organizations find simple and effective ways to integrate her mindful leadership systems into their workplace and personal lives. Becky has started speaking in schools about mental health and mindful leadership and teaches mindful parenting from a leadership perspective. 

Cooking still remains and will forever remain a part of BMK, from kid classes to corporate team building- the skills learned in the kitchen extend beyond the table.

Breeding goats and contending with 60 plus hens means life here is never dull. With a vet supply shelves stocked full, Becky has had to deal with a multitude of goat and chicken emergencies. She also splits her own wood, uses a chainsaw, teaches archery and fire starting, makes soaps and candles and skin care products to gift to people. Other fun facts, she has 2 bio daughters, 1 bonus daughter, Married, Type 1 diabetic and has almost died a few times!

Connect with Becky and learn more:

https://beckysmindfulkitchen.com

https://www.facebook.com/beckysmindfulkitchen/

https://www.instagram.com/beckysmindfulkitchen/

About the Host: 

Friends! Here's a somewhat stuffy bio of me:  

I am an author, professional speaker, coach, host, and entrepreneur. My first book, Leading Imperfectly: The value of being authentic for leaders, professionals, and human beings, is available wherever people buy books. I speak internationally to willing and unwilling attendees about authenticity, vulnerability, and leadership. My clients include American Express, General Electric (GE), Accenture, Yale University, The Ohio State University, and many others. As a speaker, I am doing the two things I loves the most: making people think and making people laugh! 

I host my own events multiple times a year. They are 2-day events called Living Imperfectly Live (and sometimes they are 1-day virtual events). They are a space where humans from every walk of life can come together to be part of a community on the pursuit of badassery. The goal is to help attendees...

Today I was joined in the diner booth by leadership consultant and owner of Becky’s Mindful Kitchen, Becky Schmooke. Becky, her wonderful sarcasm, and I dove in discussing popcorn in bed and Minnesota diners.  We then talked about what she wanted to be when she grew up and how she got to meet both Michelle Kwan and Jill Biden (but didn’t realize it was her).  From figure skating to playing the cello to running cross country, Becky has had no shortage of interests. It was cool to hear her talk about her theory that winners quit. She then told me about what mindfulness means to her, and I was surprised by her answer! Lastly, we dove into her passion for stoicism and how it shows up in both her daily life, teaching, and leadership consulting work.  Lots of laughs throughout this one and some pretty great insights. Enjoy!

About the Guest: 

The year was 1987, the month January, and as the sun rose on the final day of the first week of the new year, a blessed baby was born over looking the Pacific Ocean… no? Not the bio you were looking for?

Okay… take two Becky Schmooke is the founder, owner, goat wrangler and dishwasher of Becky’s Mindful Kitchen. A cooking school in the Midwest that has evolved into a truly one of a kind countryside escape and home to summer camps, leadership retreats, mindfulness workshops, and bachelorette parties.

After 10 years of studying mindfulness, leadership and stoic philosophy, she now focuses on mindful leadership consulting and speaking, helping organizations find simple and effective ways to integrate her mindful leadership systems into their workplace and personal lives. Becky has started speaking in schools about mental health and mindful leadership and teaches mindful parenting from a leadership perspective. 

Cooking still remains and will forever remain a part of BMK, from kid classes to corporate team building- the skills learned in the kitchen extend beyond the table.

Breeding goats and contending with 60 plus hens means life here is never dull. With a vet supply shelves stocked full, Becky has had to deal with a multitude of goat and chicken emergencies. She also splits her own wood, uses a chainsaw, teaches archery and fire starting, makes soaps and candles and skin care products to gift to people. Other fun facts, she has 2 bio daughters, 1 bonus daughter, Married, Type 1 diabetic and has almost died a few times!

Connect with Becky and learn more:

https://beckysmindfulkitchen.com

https://www.facebook.com/beckysmindfulkitchen/

https://www.instagram.com/beckysmindfulkitchen/

About the Host: 

Friends! Here's a somewhat stuffy bio of me:  

I am an author, professional speaker, coach, host, and entrepreneur. My first book, Leading Imperfectly: The value of being authentic for leaders, professionals, and human beings, is available wherever people buy books. I speak internationally to willing and unwilling attendees about authenticity, vulnerability, and leadership. My clients include American Express, General Electric (GE), Accenture, Yale University, The Ohio State University, and many others. As a speaker, I am doing the two things I loves the most: making people think and making people laugh! 

I host my own events multiple times a year. They are 2-day events called Living Imperfectly Live (and sometimes they are 1-day virtual events). They are a space where humans from every walk of life can come together to be part of a community on the pursuit of badassery. The goal is to help attendees start living the life we say we want to live.

Alas, you're here because of an idea I had a number of years ago and didn't think I was good enough to pull it off. I finally acted on it and alas Diner Talks with James was born! As you can see from what I do in my professional life, Diner Talks is alligned with everything I believe in and teach.  If this wasn't dry enough, and you would like to know more info about my speaking, events, or coaching feel free to check out my website: JamesTRobo.com.

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