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In this episode of "Trust Your Voice," host Sylvie Légère invites Melinda Oakes, to explore a fresh approach to New Year's resolutions. Sylvie discusses her past habit of setting resolutions and words for the year, she dives into how "owning your journey" provides an empowering alternative by highlighting personal growth and success through positive acknowledgment of one's journey, as inspired by Melinda’s book. Sylvie and Melinda address setting clear, measurable goals and evaluating risk tolerance regarding career choices. They reflect on examples like Dolly Parton's incremental success, emphasizing the importance of perspective in career planning and life. With a nod to societal changes, they discuss adapting to the rapid pace of innovation and the evolving job market, encouraging listeners to embrace civic engagement and nurture community connections for broader personal and professional impact. Key Takeaways: Owning Your Journey: Embrace positivity by focusing on current successes and learning from past experiences rather than merely fixing what's broken. Reflective Evaluation: Maintain awareness of career direction, risk tolerance, and how personal goals align with broader industry trends. Relationship Dynamics: Differentiate and nurture relationships with family, friends, and community for a well-rounded support system. Personal Growth and Faith: Invest time in self-reflection, confidence-building, and spirituality to enrich personal development. Health as a Priority: Establish a simple, consistent routine for physical activity and balanced nutrition to sustain well-being on your journey. Resources Mentioned: The Cheerleader's Guide to the Workplace by Melinda Oakes The Everyday Philanthropist by Dan Pallotta ChatGPT - Suggested for career advice and exploration Toastmasters - Organization for improving public speaking skills Bible Recap by Tara-Leigh Cobble - Bible study resource The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy

In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, Sylvie and Melinda examine the contexts of personal achievements, leadership roles, and community involvement, advocating for positive communication and emphasizing the importance of lifting others through sincere compliments and acknowledgment. Throughout, they underscore the power of individual influence, stressing that even small actions can spearhead significant changes, thereby igniting a ripple effect of positivity and growth in various spheres of life. Resources: Melinda Oakes' Book: "The Cheerleader's Guide to the Workplace" Sylvie Legere's Book: "Trust Your Voice: A Roadmap to Influence and Focus" Book Mentioned: "The Gap and the Gain" by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy Jen Gottlieb's Book: "Be Visible"

Inspired by the Policy Circle brief on Women and Economic Freedom, this episode navigates through economic models in the intelligence revolution era and explores various dimensions of economic freedom. Using examples from global cities and historical contexts, the discussion touches on gender mandates, property rights, and addressing poverty, highlighting research from the Fraser Institute, Bridwell Institute, and insights from "She Rises Up," a film about women entrepreneurs. Sylvie and Melinda reflect on systemic challenges and opportunities, offering insights into the roles and responsibilities that individuals and communities can assume to foster a more inclusive economic environment. Resources mentioned: The Policy Circle Brief on Women and Economic Freedom: thepolicycircle.org Fraser Institute's Economic Freedom of the World Index She Rises Up Film Website: sherisesupfilm.com Women Impacting Public Policy SMU Bridwell Institute for Economic Freedom