Could humor be the secret to a fulfilling professional life? Comedian Jessica Holmes joins us to explore how humor can enhance mental well-being, workplace satisfaction, and align personal values with work.

Jessica Holmes is renowned for her performances alongside Ellen DeGeneres, Russell Peters, Jerry Seinfeld, and Oprah Winfrey. She has graced stages at Just For Laughs and The Second City, starring in comedy series like The Holmes Show and Royal Canadian Air Farce, where her comedic insights into life's challenges and celebrity impersonations leave audiences in stitches.

Today, Holmes’ greatest joy is working as an advocate for mental health and helping people take simple, sustainable steps towards fulfillment and well-being, one laugh at a time.

Key Takeaways:

1. Humor at Work: Discover how laughter can enhance mental well-being and job satisfaction.
2. Mental Health Tips: Learn simple practices such as gratitude lists and self-care for better mental health.
3. Empathetic Workplace: Understand how empathy and active listening can create a supportive work environment.

Jessica's links:

• Website: https://www.jessicaholmes.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-holmes-50ab90202/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happyfunholmes/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jessicaholmes9872
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyFunHolmes/
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/happyfunholmes

Hi, I'm your podcast host Keita Demming: Author, Advisor, Thought Partner & Coach.

I'm an award-winning educator and coach with a PhD in Adult Education and Workplace Learning who works to transform companies into places that are idea-driven and people-centered.

At The Covenant Group, I design training programs and coach entrepreneurs and business leaders to meet their strategic goals and build their businesses.

In my book, Strategy to Action: Run Your Business Without It Running You, I introduce an effective and straightforward tool to elevate your skills as a business professional and navigate the corporate world. The book offers practical insights on transforming strategies into tangible results.

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Haesun Moon, Executive Director at the Canadian Centre for Brief Coaching and author of "Coaching A to Z."

In this episode, Haesun explores the profound impact of strategic listening in solution-focused coaching, emphasizing how intentional listening choices drive meaningful conversations that foster personal and professional growth.

Key Takeaways:

1. Develop enhanced communication skills through strategic listening.
2. Discover the evolution and richness of language for deeper understanding.
3. Implement practical strategies to improve team dynamics and customer relations through effective listening practices.

Haesun's links:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/haesunmoon/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haesun.moon/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moon.haesun
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/HaesunMoon

Hi, I'm your podcast host Keita Demming: Author, Advisor, Thought Partner & Coach.

I'm an award-winning educator and coach with a PhD in Adult Education and Workplace Learning who works to transform companies into places that are idea-driven and people-centered.

At The Covenant Group, I design training programs and coach entrepreneurs and business leaders to meet their strategic goals and build their businesses.

In my book, Strategy to Action: Run Your Business Without It Running You, I introduce an effective and straightforward tool to elevate your skills as a business professional and navigate the corporate world. The book offers practical insights on transforming strategies into tangible results.

Follow me on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and subscribe to my Newsletter.

Ever felt that awkwardness could actually be a strength rather than a weakness? In this episode, Henna Pryor, a regular Expert Columnist for Inc. Magazine, 10x award-winning author of Good Awkward, and an in-demand global keynote speaker, explores the idea that awkwardness can be a strength in both personal and professional settings.

Pryor challenges the conventional "fake it till you make it" mindset and promotes embracing authenticity, even with its flaws. The discussion covers how our diminishing social skills affect business conversations and the importance of forming genuine connections, particularly in the virtual workplace.

Key Takeaways:

1. Be Genuine: Embrace your awkwardness to build stronger, more authentic relationships.
2. Overcoming Hurdles: People from underrepresented communities can be their true selves at work by accepting flaws and using practical techniques.
3. Boosting Social Skills: Having small, focused social interactions can help improve your social skills and make you feel more comfortable being yourself.

Henna's links:

• Website: https://pryoritygroup.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hennapryor/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hennapryor/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hennapryorcoach/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hennapryor

Hi, I'm your podcast host Keita Demming: Author, Advisor, Thought Partner & Coach.

I'm an award-winning educator and coach with a PhD in Adult Education and Workplace Learning who works to transform companies into places that are idea-driven and people-centered.

At The Covenant Group, I design training programs and coach entrepreneurs and business leaders to meet their strategic goals and build their businesses.

In my book, Strategy to Action: Run Your Business Without It Running You, I introduce an effective and straightforward tool to elevate your skills as a business professional and navigate the corporate world. The book offers practical insights on transforming strategies into tangible results.

Follow me on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and subscribe to my Newsletter.