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Today's Takeaway with Florine Mark

185 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratings

A motivating, thought provoking and informative new health & wellness podcast featuring Florine Mark as the host that will focus on all aspects of our lives from physical, emotional and mental health to career and social.

As the CEO & President of the WW Group (largest Weight Watchers International franchise holder) Florine is a highly respected motivational speaker, entrepreneur, author and philanthropist who is passionate about sharing her lifelong desire to educate and help others achieve healthier, more rewarding lives.

Join her each week as she interviews well-known celebrity guests and everyday people who share inspirational tips and best practices for making meaningful and beneficial changes in our lives as we all learn to navigate our new normal.

Each week Florine will provide a helpful and inspiring “takeaway” to help start making those changes.

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Episodes

How to Turn Pain Into Opportunity

January 24, 2022 05:00 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MB

With Sharleen Cooper Cohen; Author, Playwright, and Producer   Sometimes out of the darkest moments we find an opportunity to take our lives in an entirely new direction. It’s ironic to think that without having first gone through that horrible pain we might never have found the will or the opportunity to rediscover our passion. Have you ever heard the old saying, “When one door closes, another one opens?” Alexander Graham Bell is credited with that quote, but the full quote actually state...

How Walking 30 Minutes a Day Can Improve Your Health & Wellness

January 17, 2022 05:00 - 15 minutes - 21.3 MB

With Leslie Sansone, Fitness Expert and Founder of Walk-At-Home   Did you know that walking is one of the best exercises for weight loss and overall health and fitness? Walking for at least 30 minutes a day provides cardiovascular stimulation to strengthen the heart and improve breathing, all while burning calories. Getting enough daily exercise is a great way to boost our immune system and improve our mood. Best of all, walking is something you can do anywhere, anytime, and with no equi...

Hope for Those with a Chronic Illness

January 10, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MB

With Ross Douthat, Author and New York Times Opinion Columnist   We are so fortunate to live in a country where we have access to the finest medical care in the world. I have the utmost respect and admiration for our amazing medical professionals. But sometimes, even with our professional healthcare and cutting-edge research, we still don’t have all the answers. This is especially true with newly discovered diseases, patients exhibiting unusual symptoms, or things that fall outside of a ...

A Conversation with One of Detroit's Most Influential Women

January 03, 2022 05:00 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MB

With Denise Ilitch, President of Ilitch Enterprises   Have you ever wondered what it takes to be named one of Crain’s Detroit Business 100 Most Influential Women of the year? We’re about to find out!   My guest today, Denise Ilitch, is the President of Ilitch Enterprises, LLC, a division of Ilitch Holdings, the parent company that oversees Little Caesar Enterprises, as well Olympia Entertainment and the Fox Theatre. Denise’s family also owns and manages both the Detroit Red Wings an...

An Open Discussion On Suicide Awareness and Prevention

December 27, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MB

With Gail Urso, Cofounder of Kevin’s Song   Did you know that over the past decade the rate of suicide has increased to become one of the leading causes of death in the U.S.? Although a history of depression and mental illness may be associated with an increased risk of suicide, there are many other factors as well. Regardless of the actual cause, in every single case of suicide, the decision to take one’s life affects the surviving family members and friends. For them, the suicide of a ...

Healthy Ways to Reduce Stress

December 20, 2021 17:48 - 26 minutes - 36 MB

With Courtney Jones   Have you ever wondered why we’re told to just breathe when we’re feeling stressed out? How can the act of taking a deep breath or breathing deeply change how we feel? There is scientific evidence to support breathing as a way of reducing stress. Our body goes into overdrive as it physically reacts to and processes stress. When our bodies are repeatedly subjected to periods of high stress, it could negatively impact our health. That’s why it’s so very important to fi...

How Your Public Library Is A One-Stop Shop For All Your Needs

December 13, 2021 05:00 - 21 minutes - 29 MB

With AJ Funchess, Assistant Director of Marketing & Communications for the Detroit Public Library   Are you in search of a new job or maybe thinking of changing industries? Maybe you’re a late bloomer or a DIY-er that wants to learn something like basic plumbing. Maybe you’re just looking for a new hobby like playing a musical instrument, but don’t know the first thing about where to begin. These days there are how-to instructional materials for just about anything and everything, and th...

How to be a Gracious Host, Guest, and Traveler

December 06, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MB

With Scott Stinebaugh, Director of Sales & Marketing for the Westin Book Cadillac Hotel   How often do we hear stories on the news today of airline passengers behaving in a very disruptive or even dangerous manner? Lately, it seems to be happening more and more frequently. In a recent survey, more than 60% of respondents believe that rude and discourteous behavior is on the rise. Where is this behavior coming from? Have we always been this thoughtless and inconsiderate or does the media,...

How to Take The Stress Out Of Holiday Shopping

November 29, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MB

With Linda McIntosh, Corporate Director of Communications for The Forbes Company   Do you love to shop? I know I do! Or, are you someone who dreads shopping and has trouble finding exactly what you’re looking for? If the thought of going to the mall fills you with anxiety and online shopping isn’t for you, there may be another solution. Have you ever thought about working with a personal stylist or personal shopper? Did you know that in many of the more popular retail stores these servic...

Help for Domestic Violence Victims in the Wake of the Gabby Petito Tragedy

November 22, 2021 15:21 - 45 minutes - 62.3 MB

With Susie Feldman, domestic violence survivor   Did you know that since the pandemic began there’s been an alarming increase in the reports of domestic and intimate partner violence? According to a study posted in the American Journal of Emergency Medicine, domestic violence cases increased by 25‒33% globally in 2020. Especially concerning is the report that intimate partner violence often goes unreported and underdiagnosed by physicians. If you’re not familiar with the term, the defin...

How To Take Your Business To The Next Level

November 15, 2021 05:00 - 21 minutes - 29.3 MB

With M3Linked’s Executive Director MJ Nowak Are you looking for ways to grow your business or connect with other business leaders in your community?  Do you sometimes feel building a supportive business network has been an uphill battle and just out of your reach?  Starting a new business takes determination, dedication, and hard work.  Timing can be critical and the right connections can make all the difference in the world.  When I first started out building my own business and I encount...

How Book Clubs and Public Libraries Can Be Fantastic Social, Educational, and Entertainment Resources

November 08, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MB

With Public Library Director, Cathy Russ Do you love to read?  Are you in a book club?  I’m so grateful to have discovered the love of books at a very young age, and I still love to read.  It takes me out of my own life and it gives me a richer, fuller life.  Did you know that over the past few years book clubs have grown in popularity?  In fact, millions and millions of Americans gather every week in person or virtually to eat, socialize, and discuss their favorite books. Most book clubs ...

How to Redirect Anxiety and Use it to Improve Our Lives

November 01, 2021 04:00 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

With Neuroscientist and Professor Dr. Wendy Suzuki   Are you feeling stressed out, worried, and on edge these days? Do you feel distracted and find it difficult to sleep because of all of the “what if” thoughts racing through your mind? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be suffering from anxiety. Many of us have grown so accustomed to these feelings of unease and anxiety in our daily lives, especially during COVID-19, that we just chalk it up to normal life. But for ...

How To Practice Good Self-Care and Maintain Your Own Identity In A Relationship

October 25, 2021 04:00 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MB

With Actress & Producer, Jane Hajduk   Often when we’re in a relationship, especially if our partner is very successful, we can lose our own identity. How can we be fully supportive of others in our relationships unless we first value ourselves?   Putting our own needs first might feel uncomfortably selfish when others are counting on us to be there for them. But taking care of ourselves and nurturing our mind, body, and spirit can give us the energy to be fully present for others. W...

How To Stop Letting Our Emotions Prevent Us From Reaching Our Goals

October 18, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MB

With Attorney and WW Success Story Lisa Timmons   How we feel about ourselves can have a major impact on our emotions and how we appear to the rest of the world. Don’t you feel more social and outgoing on days when you feel your best? The opposite is also true. Do you ever feel like those negative emotions hold you back from acting and feeling how you really want to? When we internalize those feelings, we’re self-sabotaging. But it doesn’t have to be that way!   My guest, Lisa Timmon...

How Music Therapy Can Be Used to Treat Physical, Mental, and Emotional Disorders

October 11, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutes - 36.2 MB

With Board-Certified Music Therapist Miriam Sherk   When I think of music, I know how much it lifts my spirits and brightens my day. But for some individuals, listening to music or playing an instrument is a behavioral therapy tool that can treat a variety of physical, mental, and emotional issues. For someone who can’t speak or communicate with others, music and the creative process could be the key to unlocking their ability to communicate. Just as Anne Sullivan used sign language to o...

Why Looking Your Best Will Help You Feel Your Best

October 04, 2021 04:00 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MB

With WDIV Style Editor Jon Jordan   The events of the last two years may have had a very significant impact on how we feel about our physical appearance. Since we were spending more time at home rather than in public, we began dressing much differently. We dress more casually and have minimized our daily makeup routine. After more than a year of avoiding crowds and socializing, now we want to step out looking and feeling our best. But what if we’ve lost or gained weight during the quaran...

How To Plan Safe Holiday Celebrations This Year

September 27, 2021 04:00 - 19 minutes - 27 MB

Entertaining over the past year has been very challenging. Long awaited milestone celebrations and annual events were repeatedly postponed, rescheduled or cancelled outright. For those planned events that did take place, numerous safety precautions and a pared down guest list were typical. But through it all, we managed to persevere and despite the numerous changes, the celebrations were beautiful, meaningful and everyone enjoyed themselves. In November of last year, Florine recorded a podca...

How to Recognize and Negotiate with a Narcissistic Person

September 20, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 35.2 MB

With Top Attorney, Narcissism Negotiation Expert, & Popular YouTube Host, Rebecca Zung   Do you sometimes feel as if someone close to you is controlling how you think and behave? Do you ever feel like someone else is calling the shots or feel that you’ve been manipulated into responding a certain way? If this sounds familiar, perhaps you’ve got a narcissist in your life. When we hear the term “narcissist” we typically think of someone who is extremely self-centered or so caught up in the...

How To Channel Grief and Loss To Make Positive Changes in Ourselves

September 13, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 18.7 MB

With Sarah Eldridge, WW Member   The feelings of grief and the toll it takes on our lives and emotions can be devastating. If we’re mourning the loss of a loved one, reeling from the end of a relationship or the loss of a job, the crushing feelings of sadness and loss can seem overwhelming. There are days it feels like we will never be happy again. What if, instead of giving in to those feelings, we could channel our grief in a positive way to do something really beneficial for ourselves...

How Amazon Has Revolutionized the Way We Live

September 06, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MB

With Bestselling Author and Silicon Valley Journalist Brad Stone   There’s no question that technology has made a big impact on our lives, first in the workplace and now at home. While we may be busier than ever, technology helps us manage our fast-paced lifestyles. Think of all the ways companies like Amazon may save us time by providing a single website where we can research products, compare, and purchase items with a single click. Our Alexa devices turn lights on/off, provide news an...

How Having a Health & Fitness Partner Can Help You Reach Your Goals

August 30, 2021 18:47 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MB

With Weight Loss Success Story Anne Linsangan    Did you know that having a diet or workout buddy can really make a big difference in achieving your health and fitness goals?  A recent study found that 70% of people who exercise with a friend or partner achieved their desired goal.  Finding another person to exercise with can provide an added layer of commitment and accountability.  A study conducted by ExerciseFriends.Com showed that individuals who checked in two to three times a week ...

How To Give Yourself the Gift of Quality Sleep

August 23, 2021 04:00 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MB

With Sleep Medicine Specialist Dr. David Gessert   Does a good night’s sleep come easy to you? Or do you struggle to unwind, unplug, and get the rest that your body is craving? Do you wake up constantly throughout the night, or find it hard to fall asleep in the first place? Just like nourishing our bodies with healthy, nutritious meals, getting enough exercise, and spending quality time with loved ones and outdoors, quality sleep is essential to our overall health.  And while it may see...

How To Create Your Own Tranquility or Meditation Garden

August 16, 2021 04:00 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MB

With Master Gardener and Permaculture Design Instructor Paige Payne   Do you ever want to just get away and escape to someplace peaceful, tranquil, and above all, private? A place where you could get away from your phone, kids, or other stresses of everyday life so you could just read, relax, or meditate. How wonderful would it be if it were only steps away and you could go there whenever you wanted? Can you imagine a secluded spot filled with greenery right in your own backyard? Or, if ...

How to Stay Physically Fit By Enjoying More Movement Every Day

August 09, 2021 04:00 - 33 minutes - 45.8 MB

With Health Promotion and Human Performance Professor, Dr. Tony Moreno   Daily exercise is one of the best ways to maintain a healthy body and a healthy mind. In addition to toning our muscles and possibly losing weight, regular exercise releases endorphins that may help fight depression and sadness. Exercise boosts our mood and energizes us — I always feel better and have more energy after exercising.   If you ever feel like you’re stuck doing the same exercises day after day, or li...

How to Recognize The Signs and Win the Battle Against Depression

August 02, 2021 04:00 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MB

With New York Times Bestselling Author, Heather Armstrong   Did you know that one in four adults in the United States suffers from depression? Depression rates among teenagers and children are on the rise as well. The events of the past 18 months have put us all on edge, leading to feelings of fear, uncertainty, and grief. For many of us, these feelings were temporary but for those battling clinical depression, their symptoms became almost paralyzing and severely compromised their day-to...

How to Create Flavorful, Healthy Meals at Home

July 26, 2021 04:00 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MB

With Gayle Schindler, Professional Chef and Food Writer   One of the unique silver linings that the pandemic presented to so many of us was the opportunity to fine-tune our skills in the kitchen. Whether dabbling as a beginner or creating master-level culinary art, the common theme for all of us was the chance to enjoy quality time in the kitchen. But just how healthy are the meals — and treats — that we create for ourselves? Too often cooking at home requires a trip to the supermarket f...

How to Find Humor in Life & Close Girlfriends to Laugh, Cry, and Grow Old With

July 19, 2021 05:43 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MB

With Bestselling Author Helen Ellis   Our relationships with our closest girlfriends are one of the most important, life-affirming relationships that we have. While male relationships are important, female friends not only provide companionship and validate our feelings, but they also provide emotional support and comfort us through the roughest of times. How often have you shared something in confidence with your best girlfriend that you wouldn’t tell anybody else?   My guest, Helen...

How COVID-19 May Cause Long Term Neurological Symptoms

July 12, 2021 11:41 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MB

With Dr. Jonathan Fellows, Board Certified Neurology Specialist   Now that the worst of the pandemic is hopefully behind us, things are definitely changing for the better compared to just a year ago. For most of us, although our lives may be forever changed by the events of the past year, we can resume our (nearly) normal lifestyle. But for a number of COVID-19 patients who are still experiencing lingering symptoms, their lives feel anything but normal. Long after recovering from the vir...

Why Chronic Illness Doesn’t Have to Stop You from Living Your Dreams

July 05, 2021 06:25 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MB

With Dr. Marc Siegel, MD, Board Certified Ophthalmologist & Glaucoma Specialist   If you’re an insulin-dependent diabetic, you know the constant blood sugar checks, daily insulin management, and 24/7 diet maintenance can feel like a tremendous burden. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Watching what we eat and monitoring glucose levels is critical, but a healthy and positive attitude is also vital to our well-being. We have to be our own best patient advocates. If we’re proactive and pay att...

How Individual Actions Can Help the Homeless Community

June 28, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MB

With Larry Oleinick, Founder of Nonprofit Heart 2 Hart Detroit   Did you know that the number of people experiencing homelessness increased dramatically due to the pandemic and associated job losses? With shelters currently at capacity, one out of every two homeless people is living on the street rather than in shelters. The pandemic only made the situation worse because self-quarantine, social distancing, and stay-at-home orders were virtually impossible to follow when you don’t have a ...

How Plastic Surgery and Injectables May Help You Look and Feel Your Best

June 21, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutes - 35.7 MB

With Dr. Myra Danish, Board Certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon   We all want to look our best. But let’s be honest… when you first saw yourself on ZOOM this past year, were you taken aback when you spotted those wrinkles and the bags under your eyes? Do you worry about how you look and think it’s time to do something about it? If so, you’re not alone. Plastic surgeons everywhere are reporting a significant increase in the number of surgical and non-invasive procedures performed...

Why More People are Turning to Holistic Medicine

June 14, 2021 11:50 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MB

With Karen Siegel Propis, Licensed Acupuncturist   The events of the past year have been life-changing for all of us, but especially for members of the medical community. Even the way doctors now treat patients has undergone dramatic changes with increasing reliance on telemedicine, thermometer checks on arrival, and other modifications. We’ve also seen significant changes in our philosophy of patient care; perhaps for the better! Holistic medicine, once viewed separately from Western me...

How Specially Trained Dogs Can Detect COVID In Public Settings with 94% Accuracy

June 07, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MB

With Maria Goodavage,  New York Times bestselling author & dog expert.   Did you know that specially trained dogs are 94% accurate at sniffing out and detecting Covid in airports, workplaces and public events? A trial study conductedby the U.K. charity, "Medical Detection Dogs" trained dogs to detect Covid-19 scent by using more than 3,500 body odor samples from articles of clothing, such as socks and T-shirts and correctly identified individuals who had the Covid-19 virus. The success r...

How to Stop Sending Young Women The Wrong Message

May 31, 2021 09:53 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MB

With Bestselling Author, Journalist, and TV Producer Janice Kaplan   Did you know that 90% of Americans surveyed believe geniuses are almost always men? Who comes to mind when YOU think of the word “genius”? Why aren’t women on that list? Societal biases and the overwhelming messages on social media seem to suggest that women and young girls will be valued more for their physical appearance and how they present themselves than their intelligence or scholastic accomplishments. Are we subc...

How To Find Your Purpose And Meaning In Life

May 24, 2021 05:41 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MB

With Dr. Victor Strecher, Public Health Professor at University of Michigan   The events of the past year have been life-changing for everyone. Sometimes after going through traumatic or life-changing experiences, we might begin asking ourselves soul-searching questions. Why am I here? What is my purpose in life? My guest today is University of Michigan of Public Health professor Dr. Victor Strecher. As an award-winning pioneer in the field of Behavioral Science and the Founder of the di...

How Grocery Store Employees Became the Heroes of the Pandemic

May 17, 2021 05:47 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MB

With Marc Jonna, Co-Founder & President of Plum Market Grocery Stores Over the past year, I’ve been so thankful for the everyday heroes who show up to do their job. In addition to hospital and healthcare workers, my definition of a “hero” includes the grocery store employees who stock shelves, work the registers, and deliver food to our homes. Even during the worst of this global crisis, grocery stores remained open. We continued to have food on our table because of the dedicated employees...

How to Properly Care for Your Skin and Complexion at Any Age

May 10, 2021 06:03 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MB

With Dr. Emily Levin, Board Certified Dermatologist Do you start your morning with a daily skincare routine? If so, are you using the same skincare products that you used 10 years ago? Many of us stick with a skincare regimen that’s easy, comfortable, and familiar without realizing that, as we age, our skin changes. As our skin changes, so do its needs. It’s not only important that we adjust our products, but also our diets and lifestyles. My guest today is board-certified dermatologist, D...

How to Handle Rejection and Not Take No for an Answer

May 03, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutes - 35.7 MB

With Lainie Kazan, Stage and Screen Actress & Singer   We’ve all heard our share of negative comments over the years. They can be particularly hard to hear when they come from someone whose opinion we really value. But learning to handle rejection is just part of the job in Hollywood where the word “NO” is heard more often than the word “YES.” It can be discouraging and downright depressing, however, if you’re determined not to give up, you just might find tremendous success. My guest to...

How to Set Healthy Boundaries and Become Your Own Boundary Boss

April 26, 2021 04:00 - 39 minutes - 53.6 MB

With Terri Cole, Author, Therapist, and Relationship Expert Do you consider yourself a good friend? Do you always say “Yes” to someone when you really want to say “No”? Do friends and family run to you for help or advice because you’re always there… even at the expense of your own health? We all do this at times, but the important thing is to recognize it. My guest today, Terri Cole, is a New York-based psychotherapist and relationship expert whose new book, Boundary Boss, explores how to ...

How to Improve Your Health, Your Mood, and Your Well-Being with Plants and Flowers

April 19, 2021 04:00 - 31 minutes - 42.6 MB

With Rick Vespa, President of English Gardens Landscaping and Co-Chair at English Gardens Now that the warmer weather is here, I’m so grateful to be spending more time outdoors soaking up that sunshine. There’s just something so wonderfully healing about being outside surrounded by the sight of those lovely green plants and smelling my beautiful flowers. But even when the weather is not cooperating, we can still bring the healthy outdoors inside our home. Did you know that indoor plants an...

How Attitude, Innovation & Perseverance Can See Us Through Difficult Times

April 12, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutes - 46.7 MB

With Sue Fuller, CEO and Founder of The Oliver Thomas Why do some people overcome hard times faster than others? Why are some people more resilient? Did you know that your attitude can make a really big difference in how you handle a crisis? If you truly believe that you’re going to succeed, then you will succeed. So many of us say we can’t do it or it will be too hard. Try saying, “I CAN do this!”, and your attitude can make it happen. Today, we’re going to hear from a retail business own...

How to Embrace Difficult Conversations with Loved Ones — Especially Children

April 05, 2021 04:00 - 29 minutes - 40 MB

With Vanessa Bayer, Emmy-Nominated Actress, Comedian, and Author   Our social relationships with family and friends form the center of our universe. We might disagree at times, but at the end of the day, we want to show our support and be there for them. Sometimes difficult conversations are necessary. This can be hard enough for adults, but the situation becomes even more challenging when talking to children. As parents, our first impulse is to protect our children and prevent them from...

How One Couple Committed To Improving Their Community and Were Inspired to Lose 175 lbs. Together

March 29, 2021 04:00 - 29 minutes - 40.3 MB

With Nonprofit “Detroit Hives” Founders Nicole Lindsey and Timothy Paule   The next time you feel frustrated by a situation and think you’re powerless to change it, remember that sometimes all it takes is the willingness to find the solution. It’s all about taking the very first steps. Nicole Lindsey and her partner Timothy Paule did just that. They made a commitment to help the community where they live and make a positive impact and at the same time, they were inspired to get healthy a...

How To Eat Healthy and Enjoy Your Meals Without “Dieting”

March 22, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

With Monica Auslander Moreno, Registered Dietician Nutritionist (RDN)   As we spent more time at home and less time eating out this past year, meal planning has become a big part of our lives. Some people have taken online cooking classes, bought a new cookbook, or reinvented family favorites. While we’re all doing our best, it’s still important to choose the right kind of food that will give us the best nutrients and add the most benefit to our health. My guest today, Monica Auslander M...

How to Dress & Look Great At Any Age!

March 15, 2021 04:00 - 20 minutes - 27.8 MB

With Teresa Smith, Fashion and Beauty Influencer of T’s City Chic There’s no doubt the pandemic has impacted how we dress. Are you tired of sweats? I know I am! Comfort and convenience have taken the place of carefully coordinated fashion. Before COVID-19, many of us looked forward to days when we could lounge around in our sweats, but now that they’ve become our daily uniform, it’s just plain boring! When we look in the mirror wearing the same type of clothes day after day, it can definit...

The Many Opportunities in the Field of Nursing

March 08, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MB

Dr. Laurie Lauzon Clabon, Ph.D., RN, FAAN, former Dean of Wayne University’s College of Nursing   Over the past year, so many people have lost their jobs and are still struggling to find work. Perhaps it’s time to think outside the box. Instead of seeking employment in the same field that’s failed to bring opportunities, it could be time to try a different approach. What can you do differently that might lead to a great career in another industry? Go where the job opportunities are plent...

How to Reinvent Yourself When Life Throws You a Curveball

March 01, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MB

With Dr. Geneva Williams, Business and Community Leader and Motivational Speaker   Have you ever heard the saying, “Man makes plans… and God laughs”? What should we do when life throws us a curveball and our carefully planned life suddenly goes off in the wrong direction? How can we recover when our dream career is suddenly over, or a long-term relationship ends? How can we find our passion and turn that into a career that we love? Is there a way that our passion can also benefit the com...

How to Recognize Your Own Self-Worth and Sell Others on YOU

February 22, 2021 10:57 - 32 minutes - 44.2 MB

With Lydia Fenet, Author of "The Most Powerful Woman In The Room is You" Have you ever wondered why some people succeed in business and others with the same exact credentials or experience fail?  Could it be that the secret to success is ultimately within our own power?  Do you know how to properly sell yourself?  Do you know how to be your best advocate?  Do you know how to take care of YOU and help others see how worthwhile you are?  If not, perhaps my guest today can show you how to do ...

Title: How Small Design Changes in Our Homes Can Make a Big Difference in Our Mood

February 15, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MB

With Jackie Schwartz, Interior Designer and Business Owner Over the past year, we’ve been spending more time than ever at home. Instead of going to work or socializing, our homes have become virtual offices, classrooms, and our nightly entertainment outlets. As much as we love being at home, we still may need to make a few changes so that our living space reflects our changing needs. For example, what’s the best way to set the stage and create a professional-looking background for Zoom mee...

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