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Hearth 2 Heart on Belonging

64 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

The Hearth 2 Heart podcast represents our mission at Campfire Kinship: to unlock the power of empathy, one story at a time. This Season dives into the theme of Belonging! Join host Gayathri Shukla and other thought leaders in the space of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging as they explore - through heartfelt stories - what it means to belong, common challenges, and how to overcome them. You may find the echoes of your own experiences reflected, while learning from diverse perspectives. Listen on your preferred podcast platform, and please rate and review the podcast if you enjoy it!

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Episodes

Power of Presence: Lessons from Indigenous History Month & Look-ahead to Vipassana

July 02, 2024 18:00 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MB

In this solo episode, Gayathri shares her reflections from Indigenous History Month. She explores what it means to be in good relations having experienced the privilege of sharing meals and stories with Indigenous Elders in a dinner and dialogue series called Aisinna'kiiks.  She unpacks the experience of "bringing your whole self to work", and how setting aside personal agendas in favour of trust can infuse belonging in our daily interactions. In a surprising twist, Gayathri also announces he...

Exploring Trauma-Informed & Ethical Storytelling with Dr. Meghna Bhat

June 03, 2024 17:30 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MB

Content Warning: This episode includes discussions on trauma and gender-based violence which may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. "We don't just bring our intergenerational cycles of trauma but also intergenerational cycles of wisdom." – Dr. Meghna Bhat   In this episode, Dr. Meghna Bhat, a renowned gender and social justice consultant and storyteller, explores the delicate balance of trauma-informed storytelling within the gender-based violence prevention f...

How to Craft A Powerful Land Acknowledgement, with aLoT of Poetry

May 01, 2024 15:35 - 47 minutes - 43 MB

Land Acknowledgements are a crucial part of reconciliation, recognizing historical and ongoing relationships with Indigenous peoples. However, these acknowledgements can easily become scripted and lose their impact.  In this episode, Gayathri and her guest, aLoT of Poetry, a Nigerian-South African Poet now based in Mohkinstis, explore how poetry can cultivate genuine understanding and respect. Crafting a poem might seem daunting, but it can help us navigate the complex emotions and histories...

How to Craft A Powerful Land Acknowledgement, with ALotOfPoetry

May 01, 2024 15:35 - 47 minutes - 43 MB

Land Acknowledgements are a crucial part of reconciliation, recognizing historical and ongoing relationships with Indigenous peoples. However, these acknowledgements can easily become scripted and lose their impact.  In this episode, Gayathri and her guest, A Lot of Poetry, a Nigerian-South African Poet now based in Mohkinstis, explore how poetry can cultivate genuine understanding and respect. Crafting a poem might seem daunting, but it can help us navigate the complex emotions and historie...

How to Craft A Powerful Land Acknowledgement, with aloT of Poetry

May 01, 2024 15:35 - 47 minutes - 43 MB

Land Acknowledgements are a crucial part of reconciliation, recognizing historical and ongoing relationships with Indigenous peoples. However, these acknowledgements can easily become scripted and lose their impact.  In this episode, Gayathri and her guest, aloT of Poetry, a Nigerian-South African Poet now based in Mohkinstis, explore how poetry can cultivate genuine understanding and respect. Crafting a poem might seem daunting, but it can help us navigate the complex emotions and histories...

Vulnerability - Is There Such a Thing as Too Much? with Dr. Roselle Gonsalves

April 02, 2024 18:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MB

Vulnerability in sharing our stories allows us to show up as our true selves and helps to deepen belonging with others. Yet, embracing vulnerability raises important questions about the balance between authenticity and psychological safety. How can vulnerability act as a bridge to more meaningful bonds without leaving us feeling exposed? Let's dive deep with Dr. Roselle Gonsalves as she draws from her impactful work in inclusion and reconciliation, and insights from her latest book, The Ordin...

Welcome to Season 2!

March 25, 2024 03:05 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB

In this new launch, host Gayathri Shukla unveils her plans for Season 2's theme, Belonging! She recaps her journey thus far, expressing gratitude for listeners' feedback and providing a glimpse of what you can expect in upcoming episodes. IG: campfire_kinship Campfire Kinship

The Magic of Kindness with Elena Esina

June 02, 2023 18:39 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

In this final episode of Season 1, host Gayathri and Elena share their learnings from working together on the Landed project. Tune in to hear their fun recap of favourite moments plus a sneak preview of future aspirations! Elena Esina is an adjunct professor in the Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary where she manages an initiative called Shift: The Project to End Domestic Violence. Elena holds a master’s in social work and a bachelor’s in financial management. For the last 10 year...

My Journey, with Melike Tasdelan

May 04, 2023 14:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when I am surrounded by people who care about me, and people who are sincere to me." In this episode, we'll be exploring the story of Landed co-author Melike Tasdelen, an immigrant woman who defied cultural norms to pursue her education and economic opportunities. Coming from a part of the world where society values women based on their roles as wives and mothers, Melike's journey of self-discovery and determination to succeed is inspiring. She moved from Turkey ...

My Journey with Melike Tasdelan

May 04, 2023 14:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when I am surrounded by people who care about me, and people who are sincere to me." In this episode, we'll be exploring the story of Landed co-author Melike Tasdelen, an immigrant woman who defied cultural norms to pursue her education and economic opportunities. Coming from a part of the world where society values women based on their roles as wives and mothers, Melike's journey of self-discovery and determination to succeed is inspiring.  She moved from Turke...

Distances and Destinations: Healing in Hong Kong, with Jesiebelle Salcedo

April 06, 2023 17:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when communities show care and compassion." Children of immigrants often find themselves living in two worlds. In this episode, Landed co-author and second-generation Filipina-Canadian Jesiebelle Salcedo shares how giving voice to her mom's immigration story has helped her heal her relationship with her mom while honouring her family's roots. Jesie is a teacher, reader, and writer based in Calgary, Alberta. She holds bachelor’s degrees in Canadian studies and el...

A "Better" Version with Swati Dhingra

March 02, 2023 15:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB

"When I became an independent, single, immigrant woman homeowner in Calgary...that was like a proud, proud moment...a fantastic feeling of belonging in Canada, and calling it a home." In this episode, Landed co-author Dr. Swati Dhingra joins us to share her immigration journey from India to Canada. She offers tips about the hurdles she faced along the way, including overcoming criticism.   Dr. Dhingra is a research coordinator at the University of Calgary. With her unique background in dent...

The Poetry of the Life of an Immigrant Woman with Kelly Kaur

February 03, 2023 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when my heart feels at peace no matter where I am, and that is in beautiful Calgary with my family and friends, and I am at peace ." Our latest episode on Hearth 2 Heart is with Kelly Kaur who grew up in Singapore and lives in Calgary. Kelly teaches at Mount Royal University and Athabasca University. She has been published in Qatar, Italy, Malaysia, Zimbabwe, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Canada, Berlin, Prague, Australia, India, and the United States. Some work...

The Seemingly Impossible Quest and Longing for Change with Anusha Kassan

January 05, 2023 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

"Until true systemic change takes place, and racist, discriminatory and unjust structures are dismantled in our society, I know I will not be able to rest."Born in Montreal to a French-Canadian mother and a South Asian father,  Anusha Kassan shares her experience of her writing her story in Landed.  Anusha is currently an associate professor with a high-impact position in the School and Applied Child Psychology Program at the University of British Columbia. Her scholarly interests are inform...

Be You...You Can with Benazir Rahman

December 01, 2022 16:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when people believe in my strengths and skills and opportunity, and the other way when I give back to the community...when I help a new immigrant." After having to move countries during a pandemic with a toddler in tow, Benazir Rahman joins us on this episode to share her tips for a successful transition, including the message from her story in Landed - "Be You, You Can". Born and raised in Bangladesh, and a researcher by profession, she now works at the Universi...

When I Found Myself, I Found Canada; with Shivi Agarwal - Landed co-author

November 03, 2022 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

"When I can share my honest mindset and vulnerabilities....I feel a sense of belonging." - Shivi Agarwal, Landed co-author Shivi holds a master's in management and has years of experience in human resources and learning & development. She currently works as customer success manager with Kudos®. In her previous work tenure in Calgary, she helped 100+ clients transition from the oil and gas division to find employment in the tech sector. Shivi also runs a talk show in Calgary, @thestartupimp...

When I Found Myself, I found Canada; with Shivi Agarwal - Landed co-author

November 03, 2022 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

"When I can share my honest mindset and vulnerabilities....I feel a sense of belonging." - Shivi Agarwal, Landed co-author Shivi holds a master's in management and has years of experience in human resources and learning & development. She currently works as customer success manager with Kudos®. In her previous work tenure in Calgary, she helped 100+ clients transition from the oil and gas division to find employment in the tech sector. Shivi also runs a talk show in Calgary, @thestartupimp...

When I Found Myself I Found Canada with Shivi Agarwal

November 03, 2022 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

"When I can share my honest mindset and vulnerabilities....I feel a sense of belonging." - Shivi Agarwal, Landed co-author Shivi holds a master's in management and has years of experience in human resources and learning & development. She currently works as customer success manager with Kudos®. In her previous work tenure in Calgary, she helped 100+ clients transition from the oil and gas division to find employment in the tech sector. Shivi also runs a talk show in Calgary, @thestartupimpa...

The Dusky Dawn, with Anam Kazim - Landed Co-Author

October 06, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when I feel respected....Respect is something that no matter where you are, who you are, where you are from - it is how you can have a sense of belonging, connect, build a trusting environment for one another, and build a safe environment for everybody.” In this inspiring episode, Anam Kazim - author of the story "The Dusky Dawn" in Landed - provides a glimpse into the transformations of her life, moving from Pakistan to Canada, then east-west within Canada; and...

The Dusky Dawn with Anam Kazim

October 06, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when I feel respected....Respect is something that no matter where you are, who you are, where you are from - it is how you can have a sense of belonging, connect, build a trusting environment for one another, and build a safe environment for everybody.”In this inspiring episode, Anam Kazim - author of the story "The Dusky Dawn" in Landed - provides a glimpse into the transformations of her life, moving from Pakistan to Canada, then east-west within Canada; and go...

Curiosity Starts with a Beer with Inez Ashworth

September 01, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

“A sense of belonging comes when you can be your true authentic self.”In this episode, we talk about the role of curiosity in creating community with Landed’s co-author, Inez Ashworth. Inez, founder of Inclusive Concepts, is a cultural innovator and a trusted advocate with her own unique style. Her life and career have been dedicated to working for equality and justice, bringing people together and creating inclusive environments where everyone can be their authentic selves. Much of Inez’s en...

Curiosity Starts with a Beer, with Inez Ashworth - Landed co-author

September 01, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

“A sense of belonging comes when you can be your true authentic self.” In this episode, we talk about the role of curiosity in creating community with Landed’s co-author, Inez Ashworth. Inez, founder of Inclusive Concepts, is a cultural innovator and a trusted advocate with her own unique style. Her life and career have been dedicated to working for equality and justice, bringing people together and creating inclusive environments where everyone can be their authentic selves. Much of Inez’s...

Two Suitcases with Anna Zakharova

August 04, 2022 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

"No matter what others say who you're supposed to be, who you're not, or who you should be - just remember who you are and stick to the truth. Always have that hope that all together, we can make things better." Anna is an internally displaced person from Crimea, Ukraine who fled from Russia’s military invasion in 2014. She is a Fulbright alumna with a master’s in international studies from Old Dominion University and a master’s in community social work, from the University of Calgary. Anna ...

Two Suitcases, with Anna Zakharova - Landed co-author

August 04, 2022 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

"No matter what others say who you're supposed to be, who you're not, or who you should be - just remember who you are and stick to the truth. Always have that hope that all together, we can make things better." Anna is an internally displaced person from Crimea, Ukraine who fled from Russia’s military invasion in 2014. She is a Fulbright alumna with a master’s in international studies from Old Dominion University and a master’s in community social work, from the University of Calgary. Anna...

Still I Feel with Charlotte Onganga

June 29, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when I am with a group of people that are looking beyond the differences between us...and just embracing one another as a people of the same nation." We're proud to host conversations with the authors of our latest anthology, Landed, Transformative Stories of Canadian Immigrant Women, set to officially launch in September 2022.  To kick-off, this episode features a conversation with Charlotte Anyango Ong'ang'a, whose  story in the book is titled "Still I Feel."  ...

Still I Feel, with Charlotte Ong'ang'a

June 29, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when I am with a group of people that are looking beyond the differences between us...and just embracing one another as a people of the same nation." We're proud to host conversations with the authors of our latest anthology, Landed, Transformative Stories of Canadian Immigrant Women, set to officially launch in September 2022.  To kick-off, this episode features a conversation with Charlotte Anyango Ong'ang'a, whose  story in the book is titled "Still I Feel." ...

Still I Feel, with Charlotte Ong'ang'a - Landed co-author

June 29, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when I am with a group of people that are looking beyond the differences between us...and just embracing one another as a people of the same nation." We're proud to host conversations with the authors of our latest anthology, Landed, Transformative Stories of Canadian Immigrant Women, set to officially launch in September 2022.  To kick-off, this episode features a conversation with Charlotte Anyango Ong'ang'a, whose  story in the book is titled "Still I Feel." ...

Leaping into a New Career with Courtney Dragani

June 10, 2022 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when I am recognized for my unique skills and perspectives, and am valued for them." If you've been thinking about making a career transition, this episode is for you. Courtney Dragani transitioned her career from working at a large energy company, to a start-up called the51, a move she made to follow her passion for women's economic empowerment. Tune into this episode to hear these insights: - On making a career change based on alignment with personal values, ...

Taking a Leap of Faith into a New Career, with Courtney Dragani

June 10, 2022 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when I am recognized for my unique skills and perspectives, and am valued for them." If you've been thinking about making a career transition, this episode is for you. Courtney Dragani transitioned her career from working at a large energy company, to a start-up called the51, a move she made to follow her passion for women's economic empowerment. Tune into this episode to hear these insights: - On making a career change based on alignment with personal values,...

How Do You Engineer Wellness with Lennis Perez

May 06, 2022 14:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

In a society that values "producing and performing," it is no wonder that topics like self-care are trivialized. Stats show the effect, with 3 out of 4 people experiencing burnout in the workforce. This mental health week, we are zooming into topic, and talking with Lennis Perez about how to beat burnout.  Lennis is a chemical engineer turned wellness engineer. After 16 years of engineering experience, she started her business, Just Lennis, and the Engineering Wellness Academy to equip women...

How Do You Engineer Wellness, with Lennis Perez

May 06, 2022 14:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

In a society that values "producing and performing," it is no wonder that topics like self-care are trivialized. Stats show the effect, with 3 out of 4 people experiencing burnout in the workforce. This mental health week, we are zooming into topic, and talking with Lennis Perez about how to beat burnout.  Lennis is a chemical engineer turned wellness engineer. After 16 years of engineering experience, she started her business, Just Lennis, and the Engineering Wellness Academy to equip wome...

I Lost My Job...Now What? With David Shriner-Cahn

April 08, 2022 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

"I firmly believe every individual has gifts, every team has gifts, every organization has gifts. When we share our gifts the world prospers." After 28 years as a highly-skilled employee, David was told that his job was over. In spite of the immediate trauma and fear, he seized the opportunity to transition into entrepreneurship. In this episode, we dive into the challenges of starting a new business, and how to navigate them by finding your purpose, people, and voice. David is passionate a...

I Lost My Job...Now What... With David Shriner-Cahn

April 08, 2022 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

"I firmly believe every individual has gifts, every team has gifts, every organization has gifts. When we share our gifts the world prospers." After 28 years as a highly-skilled employee, David was told that his job was over. In spite of the immediate trauma and fear, he seized the opportunity to transition into entrepreneurship. In this episode, we dive into the challenges of starting a new business, and how to navigate them by finding your purpose, people, and voice. David is passionate ab...

How to Turn Rejection into Fuel for Success, with Jasmine Mian

March 12, 2022 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when I have deep conversations." From her career as a wrestling olympian to being the youngest ever woman elected into Calgary City Council, in this episode Jasmine Mian shares her journey of going from athletics and into politics...the wins, losses, and lessons along the way. Her tip? Action is the antidote to anxiety. Links mentioned in episode: Campfire Kinship www.instagram.com/campfire_kinship

How to Turn Rejection into Fuel for Success with Jasmine Mian

March 12, 2022 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when I have deep conversations." From her career as a wrestling olympian to being the youngest ever woman elected into Calgary City Council, in this episode Jasmine Mian shares her journey of going from athletics and into politics...the wins, losses, and lessons along the way. Her tip? Action is the antidote to anxiety. Links mentioned in episode: Campfire Kinship www.instagram.com/campfire_kinshipcampfirekinship.com IG: @campfire_kinship

How to Turn Rejection into Fuel for Success with Jasmine Mian

March 12, 2022 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when I have deep conversations." From her career as a wrestling olympian to being the youngest ever woman elected into Calgary City Council, in this episode Jasmine Mian shares her journey of going from athletics and into politics...the wins, losses, and lessons along the way. Her tip? Action is the antidote to anxiety. Links mentioned in episode: Campfire Kinship www.instagram.com/campfire_kinship

Let's Talk About Black History Month with Dupe Akinniyi

February 18, 2022 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Black History Month is not a box to check, and we can't put blinders on the workplace biases that harm many Black people every day. In this episode, Dupe Akinniyi shares how she navigated career challenges as a Black woman, and how that propelled both her bold journey into entrepreneurship, as well as her family's immigration from Belgium to Canada.  Dupe is putting her learnings into action through her business, Montessori Box, by providing educational inclusion for all young children.  We s...

Let's Talk About Black History Month, with Dupe Akinniyi

February 18, 2022 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Black History Month is not a box to check, and we can't put blinders on the workplace biases that harm many Black people every day. In this episode, Dupe Akinniyi shares how she navigated career challenges as a Black woman, and how that propelled both her bold journey into entrepreneurship, as well as her family's immigration from Belgium to Canada.  Dupe is putting her learnings into action through her business, Montessori Box, by providing educational inclusion for all young children.  We ...

We Need to Talk about Black History Month, with Dupe Akinniyi

February 18, 2022 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Black History Month is not a box to check, and we can't put blinders on the workplace biases that harm many Black people every day. In this episode, Dupe Akinniyi shares how she navigated career challenges as a Black woman, and how that propelled both her bold journey into entrepreneurship, as well as her family's immigration from Belgium to Canada.  Dupe is putting her learnings into action through her business, Montessori Box, by providing educational inclusion for all young children.  We ...

Why We Should All Care about Gender Equity, with Jake Stika

February 01, 2022 20:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when I can drop the mask of masculinity and be myself...the consequences of not being our authentic selves is like cutting limbs off." In a society where three out of four suicides, 80% of drug overdoses, and primary perpetrators of violence are men, toxic definitions of masculinity profoundly impact men, boys and the lives of those around them.  Jake Stika shares his journey of learning, unlearning, and re-shaping a healthier future for masculinity through his ...

Caring about Gender Equity with Jake Stika

February 01, 2022 20:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

"I feel a sense of belonging when I can drop the mask of masculinity and be myself...the consequences of not being our authentic selves is like cutting limbs off." In a society where three out of four suicides, 80% of drug overdoses, and primary perpetrators of violence are men, toxic definitions of masculinity profoundly impact men, boys and the lives of those around them.  Jake Stika shares his journey of learning, unlearning, and re-shaping a healthier future for masculinity through his w...

Unlocking the Keys to Transformation with Drew Soleyn

January 14, 2022 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

“I feel a sense of belonging when I’m surrounded by those I can honestly share and receive from.” In this episode, Gayathri chats with her coach, Drew Soleyn, who had supported her transition into entrepreneurship. Drew is the Founder of Connected Dads and Director at Dads Central Ontario. As a dad himself, he believes his children are the greatest gift he's ever received - and helping them find and live out their purpose is the most important work he will ever do in life. Tune in to hear...

Unlocking the Keys to Transformation, with Drew Soleyn

January 14, 2022 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

Change is never easy but it is possible when you set your mind to it and add a (not-so-secret) ingredient...  In this episode, Gayathri chats with her own coach, Drew Soleyn, who supported her transition into entrepreneurship. Drew is a career coach at Queen's University and also the Founder of Connected Dads and Director at Dads Central Ontario. As a dad himself,  he believes his children are the greatest gift he's ever received - and helping them find and live out their purpose is the mos...

Two Potent Questions for the New Year, Plus A Reflection with Shannon Hutchison

December 31, 2021 15:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

Want to kick off the new year on the right foot? There are two simple and powerful questions you can ask yourself to get grounded. In this New Years Eve special, Gayathri shares what they are, as well as a memorable conversation from 2021 on storytelling and belonging with Shannon Hutchison. www.campfirekinship.com/kindle-your-sparkcampfirekinship.com IG: @campfire_kinship

Two Potent Questions to Set You Up For The New Year

December 31, 2021 15:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

Want to kick off the new year on the right foot? There are two simple and powerful questions you can ask yourself to get grounded. In this New Years Eve special, Gayathri shares what they are, as well as a memorable conversation from 2021 on storytelling and belonging with Shannon Hutchison.  www.campfirekinship.com/kindle-your-spark www.instagram.com/campfire_kinship

Two Potent Questions to Set You Up For The New Year

December 31, 2021 15:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

Want to kick off the new year on the right foot? There are two simple and powerful questions you can ask yourself to get grounded. In this New Years Eve special, Gayathri shares what they are, as well as a memorable conversation from 2021 on storytelling and belonging with Shannon Hutchison.  www.campfirekinship.com/kindle-your-spark campfirekinship.com IG: @campfire_kinship

How to handle the dread of public speaking with Neil Thompson

December 13, 2021 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

"I think a big issue that we have is just confidence. I also want [children] to know that as they grow older, there will be naysayers that perhaps don't think that they could do what they want to do, but I want them to have the confidence to know that they can ignore those naysayers and continue on with doing whatever they want to do." The ability to communicate with confidence is a key career enabler. In this episode, Neil shares how STEM professionals can improve their presentation skills,...

How to handle the dread of public speaking, with Neil Thompson

December 13, 2021 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

"I think a big issue that we have is just confidence. I also want [children] to know that as they grow older, there will be naysayers that perhaps don't think that they could do what they want to do, but I want them to have the confidence to know that they can ignore those naysayers and continue on with doing whatever they want to do." The ability to communicate with confidence is a key career enabler. In this episode, Neil shares how STEM professionals can improve their presentation skills...

What Should You Look for in a Mentor, with Colby Delorme

November 26, 2021 23:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

"When I can share my experiences, knowledge, and give back; and I can honor all that I have been privileged enough to experience in my life - I feel a sense of belonging." In this episode, Colby Delorme speaks to the the value of mentorship for both mentee and mentor. Colby is the President of The Imagination Group of Companies, and the Founding Creator and Board Member of Influence Mentoring Society, a non-profit dedicated to supporting Indigenous Youth in their post-journeys through mento...

What Should You Look for in a Mentor with Colby Delorme

November 26, 2021 23:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

"When I can share my experiences, knowledge, and give back; and I can honor all that I have been privileged enough to experience in my life - I feel a sense of belonging." In this episode, Colby Delorme speaks to the the value of mentorship for both mentee and mentor. Colby is the President of The Imagination Group of Companies, and the Founding Creator and Board Member of Influence Mentoring Society, a non-profit dedicated to supporting Indigenous Youth in their post-journeys through mentor...