Unconventional Leaders

Today’s guest Kiran Bedi says that she found her “home” after discovering spirituality. She was working in IT full time but shortly left her career to pursue her calling of being a writer and educator.  Today she shares with us how she was able to train herself to move past logic and surrender to something higher, why deeply feeling your emotions is when you “tap into the divine”, and why being sensitive is a gift.    Connect with Kiran: www.instagram.com/learningtofeelagain   QUESTIONS ASKED: What message was “shame” trying to tell you? Why is it important to be sensitive?   FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: Why surrender was her biggest lesson in life Looking at your emotions like a scientist Being able to sit with discomfort The power of journaling Being present through different emotions Embracing your emotions   RESOURCES: Join our Private Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/2lPut5A Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unconventionalleaders/message

Negative thoughts can quickly lead down a dangerous path, but part of being a leader means taking control of our thoughts rather than letting them control us. John Furniss shows us the dark path our thoughts can lead us down but also how to rebuild and live a life full of light and hope. Today we talk about discovering the thing you’re meant to do, the importance of the people who come alongside you, and seeing the opportunity in the setbacks you face. We hope this encourages you to be a role model for someone else and not be afraid to talk about your failures.   Connect with John: https://www.theblindwoodsman.com/   QUESTIONS ASKED: How do we find a new sense of purpose after tragedy? What do you do when you feel like giving up? How do you see more now that you’ve lost your physical sight?   FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: Sharing your story to empower others Mental health, isolation, and little ways to reach out The power of social media RESOURCES: Join our Private Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/2lPut5A Youtube

He earned his black belt at twelve, was the youngest person to be brought under Chuck Norris, and began to travel and teach seminars in junior high. Aaron Hensley has dedicated his life to martial arts and running schools that teach kids self-defense and confidence.  Today we are wrapping up our five part series on how to THRIVE in business in chaotic times by discussing the foundation of it all...having an unbreakable mindset. Aaron shares with us his unconventional approach to business and why pressure creates results.  Connect with Aaron: https://www.instagram.com/hensleypma/   QUESTIONS ASKED: What mindset tips do you have for leaders who are having to quickly adjust? How can we go to the next level in our mindset? Any tips on building the right culture in your business?    FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: Why he wants to find GOOD people and make them GREAT Why he wants his employees to “have some baggage” How he has kept his staff after his accountant told him to let them go How  picturing the worst case scenar

Chiara Mazzucco is the founder of Bold Self, an empowerment and lifestyle brand for millennial women that helps them live a life of personal, romantic, and financial freedom - all on their terms.  From two weeks late on rent, all credit cards maxed out, and the power shut off in the middle of winter, this single mom made 6 figures in her first 6 months of high value coaching, and over $400k in sales her first year.  Chiara lives a life of freedom and independence, funded by her passion to guide women into sovereignty, personal power, and financial prosperity. She and her team mentor high achieving women who want to live their lives out loud by mastering their magic, raising their standard, and living in the most confident, self expressed way.  She's into rock n' roll, love poems, Nutella, and honestly, anything 90s.   Connect with her at: https://boldself.com/ QUESTIONS ASKED: How do you make bold decisions when you do not FEEL bold? How do you let go of perfection and surrender in your business? How do we

Today we have a very special guest on the show MY wedding photographer, the award winning Master Photographer, and owner of Angelo Gardens, Uche Onyeyiri. Uche has dominated the wedding photography and event venue business in my home state of Arkansas and shares with us today not only how he build his incredible brand but how he also navigates through difficult times like the Corona Virus that we are all dealing with. He gives solid business and leadership advice for anyone who is navigating difficult times in their business. Connect with him at: https://www.skytouchephotos.com/ or https://www.angelosgarden.com/   QUESTIONS ASKED: How can we become better leads through difficult times? How were you able to grow and scale a photography business? How can we rise to the occasion during chaotic times?   FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: The importance of brand building What gives him a competitive edge Being real on social media and attracting the RIGHT people because of it Why we should always be asking ourselves how we

This is part two of our five part series on business opportunities during difficult times. I connected with THE Joy McAdams to learn about generosity and Goodwill Marketing. Joy is the Chief Relations Officer at MedSnake Media, a LinkedIn influencer with a LOYAL following (for good reason), and an Ironwoman! Joy knows a thing or two about developing GRIT and pushing forward in difficult times. Today we talk about why she believes “businesses are never going to be the same”, why we should be FOCUSED on building online relationships, and why those who give during this time will not be forgotten. This is a short but sweet interview with a ton of powerful takeaways.  Make sure you find Joy’s new podcast “Raising a #Bossbabe” wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with Joy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joy-mcadams-59878a10a/   QUESTIONS ASKED: How do we sell during these times? What has changed? What are practical ways we could be giving in our business?   FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: Building digital relationships

This is day one of our five part series about surviving difficult times as a business owner. I got to connect with the incredible Tony Whatley who is also known as the “Side Hustle Millionaire” about what we should be doing right now as online business owners and the importance of being willing to pivot during these times. Tony Whatley is a business mentor, speaker, best-selling author, and podcast host. He is best known as Co-Founder of LS1Tech, an online automotive community which grew into the largest of its kind, with over 300,000 registered members. This business sold for millions in only five years after starting. Amazingly; it was just his part-time business!   Connect with Tony: https://365driven.com/   QUESTIONS ASKED: How can we become great during difficult times? Do people hire coaches and consultants when there is an economic downturn?  As entrepreneurs what should we be doing more of right now?   FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: Being open to opportunity and the willingness to pivot Being creative durin

Being on camera and speaking in front of others can be TERRIFYING. As a leader however, these are important skills we must develop. Daniela Galdi joins us to talk about how we can become more confident on camera and calm our nerves when delivering our messages. Today we talk about non-verbals when communicating, why we should appreciate the pause, not be overly cautious when speaking, and connecting with our audiences. We hope this encourages you to get your message out there and be more willing to use the resources that are literally in our hands (hello iphone!) to make an impact.   Connect with Daniela: danielagaldi.com​   QUESTIONS ASKED: What is it about being on camera that makes people so nervous? Where should we look when interviewing and making videos? What are the small differences between being an “ok” communicator and a master? How do we balance being “imperfect” (for connection’s sake) and also being professional?   FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: Shifting (or fully changing) careers Tips for being confi

Tony Banta is a systems engineer, innovation consultant, and host of the Client Whisperer Show. Beginning his career as a self-taught software developer, Tony quickly realized that the best code could never solve broader leadership issues within organizations. Today Tony works with other client-businesses to maximize client results, increase client retention, and streamline the client fulfillment experience. Connect with Tony: clientwhisperer.show QUESTIONS ASKED: How do we design our programs in a way that gives clients the opportunity to take action? How do we deal with our own ego out of the way of coaching? How do we know when bad results are because of our offering or because we are attracting the wrong clients?   FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: Why we should be okay with clients not taking actions and not “rush in to save” them Our clients don’t need a friend they need a leader Why data is the number one missed opportunity of leaders Why entrepreneurs “don’t know how good” they’ve got it   RESOURCES: Podc

At the age of 40, Tania Hassounia met a digital nomad and then had a conversation with God which reshaped how she viewed business and her life’s purpose.  After deciding to pursue her art full time, she said that God spoke to her and gave her an unconventional business plan which led her around the world to do His work. Since then she has traveled to and lived in multiple countries, giving at times, up to half her work week away to charities. In today’s episode, we not only hear this incredible story but also dig into niching down as an artist, alternatives ways to run your business and live your life, and also why she believes that “God is a marketer”.    Connect with Tania: https://www.drawerfullofgiants.com/ QUESTIONS ASKED: How do we say “no” the many ideas we have and niche down? How do we make space for God's voice to speak? How do we listen?   FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: Selling your art/making a living from it. Niching down as an artist/creative How you can use what you are good at to serve other peopl

About three years ago, Billy Ivey started sharing the notes that he was leaving in his kids lunch boxes online. His posts started going viral which he didn’t fully understand why. As a writer and advertiser, he had spent over twenty years studying how to tell stories and make an impact….but notes on napkins? What were people drawn to? It all began to make sense however when his wife pointed out that people were not drawn to his notes because of what they SAID, they were drawn to the fact that he was actually writing them for his kids. In today’s episode we talk about not underestimating your own potential, the importance of you sharing your story (no matter how seemingly insignificant), and why making an impact is not as difficult as we make it out to be. Connect with Billy: www.napkinisms.com  QUESTIONS ASKED: Why are telling stories so impactful? How can you make an impact when you feel insignificant? How can you identify opportunities for impact?   FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: How hearing other people’s stor

Although he was born with one hand, Tony Memmel knew that the calling on his life was music. After eight YEARS of building a cast that would allow him to adaptively play not only has Tony’s music taken off (allowing him to play all over the country) but he is also touring speaking to kids with  hand/limb-differences and encouraging them to make music a part of their lives. In this interview we talk about what Tony learned from his parents about grit, why we have to guard, protect, and fight for our gifts, and how by giving to others we are always refilled. One thing Tony said that really hit home for me was that difficult times either “distract you or refocus you”. Let us know your thoughts on this episode by finding us on Facebook at Unconventional Leaders.   QUESTIONS ASKED: How do you teach your children grit? (7:12)  Did you ever deal with anger or bitterness? (8:30) How did you make it as a musician? (11:00) What is your favorite lyric you have written? (19:00) What does it feel like to inspire others?

How can vulnerability IMPROVE performance? How can we use the thing that sets us apart to our advantage? Today I am joined by my acting teacher, Kelly Young-Silva who is an actress, studio owner, and host of The Kelly Talk Show. In this episode we talk about how she has used acting as a tool to help kids build confidence, embracing discomfort, and why we should own our quirkiness.    FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: How do we get more comfortable with being vulnerable? Why does it matter? Nerves help performance Why we should accept our quirkiness Creating our own opportunities   Connect with Kelly: https://wmatlantaactingclasses.com/   RESOURCES: Podcasting Together: www.heatherparady.com/podcastingtogether Join our Private Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/2lPut5A Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unconventionalleaders/message

FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: How to stay focused when you are unmotivated Reprogramming years of unhealthy behaviors How to stay the course through discouragement   Connect with Moses: MosesMoseley.com   RESOURCES: Podcasting Together: www.heatherparady.com/podcastingtogether Join our Private Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/2lPut5A Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady     Moses J. Moseley (born December 23,1993) is an American actor. Moses J. Moseley was born in Aiken, South Carolina.  Moses Moseley has been modeling since 2010. He didn't begin to seriously pursue his dreams of modeling and acting until he reached his ideal weight. At the age of 16 he tilted the scales at 300 pounds. Two years through diet and exercise he lost over 150 pounds and his dreams of becoming a model and actor proved to be within his grasp. Moses got his first taste at stardom walking out of his class at Georgia State. Moses is best known for playing the role of Michonne's iconic pet zombie on the hit show The Walking De

FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: Why we should not focus on our weaknesses What to do when you don’t have the resources to hire out How to see the value in your work Dealing with imposter syndrome as a young entrepreneur    Connect with Joel: www.RevThink.com   Atlanta Entrepreneur Business Live: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/entrepreneur-business-live-atlanta-27th-february-2020-tickets-91347158811   RESOURCES: Podcasting Together: www.heatherparady.com/podcastingtogether Join our Private Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/2lPut5A Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady   Joel Pilger helps great creatives run great creative companies. As consultant and partner at RevThink, he advises hundreds of creative firms – studios, agencies, and production companies – based in 23 countries around the world. In addition to his work as a consultant, Joel fosters an elite community of creative entrepreneurs. He hosts the RevThinking Podcast as well as Qohort dinner gatherings of elite owners in New York, Los Angeles, a

FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: How hard work can beat talent Mindset of doing hard things Preparing for a career change   CONNECT with Alyssa: www.alyssagodesky.com   RESOURCES: Podcasting Together: www.heatherparady.com/podcastingtogether Join our Private Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/2lPut5A Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady Alyssa's BIO:  33x Ironman Finisher 45x Ultramarathon Finisher Current Fastest Known Time on the Vermont Long Trail (Female/Supported) After 6 years in the corporate world, Alyssa made the leap to pursue triathlon full-time, and hasn’t looked back. An endurance athlete since 2006, Alyssa takes pride in pushing her limits. You can sometimes find her racing Ironmans on back-to-back weekends, or jumping into an ultramarathon. With seven top-5 Ironman finishes in the professional field, and a personal best Ironman time of 9 hours and 33 minutes, Alyssa continues to be a dominant competitor as she enters her seventh year of professional racing.  After making a name for hers

FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: Why Scott left Hollywood to move to Cambodia Why human interaction is the most important thing we can do to make an impact How to listen to the “signs” in our life Video Scott referenced:  https://vimeo.com/377734098 Please support www.cambodianchildrensfund.org   Scott's Bio: Cambodian Children’s Fund Founder, Scott Neeson, spent 26 years in the film industry, lastly as President of 20th Century Fox International. He managed revenues in excess of $1.5 billion and oversaw the release and marketing of several blockbuster Hollywood films, including Braveheart, Titanic, Star Wars and X-Men. In 2004, Scott left the film industry to set up Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF) after a lifechanging visit the Southeast Asian country. Paying for all of the start-up costs out of his own pocket, Scott started CCF to help just a handful of children. CCF now educates around 1,900 children living in one of the most impoverished parts of Cambodia and supports families with community-based projects. Scott

FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: How Skyler got his grandma on TikTok and have almost a MILLION followers Tips for using TikTok   Follow Skyler and Jenny Krupa’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@its_j_dog?lang=en RESOURCES: Podcasting Together: www.heatherparady.com/podcastingtogether Join our Private Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/2lPut5A Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unconventionalleaders/message

FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: Different ways to find purpose in tragedy Finding meaning and purpose in any situation How to leverage momentum and share your message Networking and building connections in business relationships How to stay focused on what’s important Connect with David and order his book: https://www.davidfranciscomusic.com/   RESOURCES: Previous Interview with David: http://weeklyparady.libsyn.com/011-forgiveness-redemption-and-not-being-a-victim-with-david-francisco Podcasting Together: www.heatherparady.com/podcastingtogether Join our Private Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/2lPut5A Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady   David Francisco is an accomplished singer/songwriter, musician, producer, recording engineer and spinal cord injury survivor. After graduating from the University of Tennessee with a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering in 2014, he traveled throughout Europe on a quest to consider the next phase of his life. While on the Camino de Santiago in northern Spain, he

Our guest this week Tamekia Swint says was sitting in Poland on a mission trip and god gave her the calling to use hair care to make an impact in the world-What she has created since is going to move you to your core. Support: www.styles4kidz.org.  All donations are tax-deductible.   FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: How can we support transracial communities better? How she has dealt negativity/resistance towards her mission Keeping focused on your calling when you feel discouraged   RESOURCES: Connect with Tamekia: www.styles4kidz.org Podcasting Together: www.heatherparady.com/podcastingtogether Join our Private Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/2lPut5A Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unconventionalleaders/message