Best Debra Eckerling Podcasts (2026)

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The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams, Erica Curtis & Darrin Kagele: New Tools for the New Year 21:35

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Send us a text Happy 2026, everyone! If you're listening to this episode, you made it to the new year, and that's a wonderful thing! Risa Williams talks to fellow therapists, Erica Curtis and Darrin Kagele about new tools they're going to try in the new year ahead. They discuss: -How the words we're using with ourselves are so important to become m…

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Productivity A-Z 2025 - Part 2: Letters N-Z 58:20

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I’m excited to welcome Mike Vardy back to Beyond The To-Do List for one of our ongoing traditions: Productivity A-Z! This is Part 2 of a two-part conversation — and we split it across both shows. Part 1 is over on Mike Vardy’s podcast, A Productive Conversation. You can also watch the whole two part video here. Here on Beyond The To-Do List, we pic…

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Authorhood with April Davila, Brenda Knight & Rob Lange #548 1:07:22

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Authorhood with April Davila, Sit Write Here; Brenda Knight, Books that Save Lives; and Rob Lange, The Expert Expert. April focuses on fiction - and taking the stress out of writing, Brenda's is on publishing, and Rob - as his title suggests - gaining attention and authority for your boo…

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Networking with Robert Butwin & Michael Roderick #547 1:04:56

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about networking with success strategist Robert Butwin and connector Michael Roderick of Small Pond Enterprises. Whether you are an introvert or extrovert, you can't reach your goals on your own, you need your people. So set networking goals for the new year! Robert and Mike shard a variety of…

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The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams - Validation - Dr. Marcus Rodriguez 28:54

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Send us a text When someone's behavior or emotional state is bothering us, how do we take a pause and validate what they are feeling without judgement? This can be tricky to do! Dr. Marcus Rodriguez, founder of the Youth and Family Institute and an expert in teaching validation, talks to Risa Williams about some practical ways to practice validatin…

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AI & Productivity with Anika Jackson, Stan Robinson Jr. & Jason Van Orden 1:05:39

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about AI and productivity on GoalChat with Anika Jackson, Stan Robinson, and Jason Van Orden. Anika is founder of Your Brand Amplified, Stan is chief coaching officer at Social Sales Link, and Jason is an AI strategist. AI requires critical thinking, navigating the tools available, and utilizi…

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Start2026Now Party with Chris Cherian, Annie P. Ruggles & Keith Spiro #545 1:11:27

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling starts 2026 in DEBcember with returning guests Chris Cherian, Math @ MoMA; Annie P. Ruggles, founder of the Non-Sleazy Sales Academy; and business strategist and community builder Keith Spiro. Debra et al find it fun and meaningful to check in, support, and cheer on one another. Debra began hosting …

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The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams - Holiday Time Tools - Jenny Layton 26:38

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Send us a text Every so often, Risa Williams runs into someone on the show who has a tool that is very aligned with one of her own! This was the case in this episode, Holiday Time Tools, in which Risa Williams shares her tool, The Time Wardrobe, and Jenny Layton shares her tool, The Time Pantry, both with many similarities on how to visualize your …

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Giving with Rachel Berezin, Genna Rosenberg & Rick Nahmias #544 59:00

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Giving with Rachel Berezin, Genna Rosenberg, and Rick Nahmias. Rachel is CEO of MyZuzah, change maker Genna is CEO of GennComm, and fruit-anthropist Rick is CEO and founder of Food Forward. All three are devoted to bringing good into the world... and not just in giving season! Rachel, Ge…

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The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams: Holiday Mindfulness - Dr. Michelle Chung 26:45

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Send us a text Are you starting to feel the holiday overwhelm kick in this week? Are seasonal things feeling a little too busy, too rushed, too chaotic, and too exhausting to manage? Then, this episode is for you! Dr. Michelle Chung and Risa Williams discuss the concept of "Holiday Mindfulness," which includes intentionally slowing down for the hol…

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Passion Pursuits with Kathy Berardi, Linda Fisk & Lawrence Loh #543 59:59

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Passion Pursuits with PR strategist and storyteller Kathy Berardi; Linda Fisk of LeadHERship Global, which empowers women to pursue their passions; and Lawrence Loh, a doctor, educator, and writer. All three come at passion pursuits from a place of excitement and enthusiasm. The trio sha…

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The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams: Gratitude Questions - Lori Oberbroeckling 15:30

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Send us a text The holiday season can often feel really stressful, even though we often feel like we should be feeling more gratitude at this time of year. So how do we slow down enough to notice the small things that are actually going right...especially when life feels busy, chaotic, or overwhelming? Author and podcaster Lori Oberbroeckling joins…

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Annie Duke on Better Decisions: How to Decide at Work and Life 59:30

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I’m excited to revisit this conversation with Annie Duke to the show to talk about her book, How to Decide: Simple Tools for Making Better Choices. Annie is a former professional poker player turned decision strategist who blends cognitive psychology, high-stakes poker, and practical frameworks to help us make better choices in work and life—even w…

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Comfort Food with Aaron Hamburger, Natalie Kalmar & Marissa Rothkopf #542 1:07:56

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Comfort Food with food writer, baker, and novelist Aaron Hamburger (Hotel Cuba); Natalie Kalmar, founder of Fitness Foodie STL, and Marissa Rothkopf, author of The Secret Life of Chocolate Chip Cookies and host of The Secret Life of Cookies. They cover community, cookies, food advocacy, …

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Healthy Outlook with Heather Eck & Nikki Green #541 1:05:21

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about creating and maintaining a Healthy Outlook with intuitive artist Heather Eck and transformation expert Nikki Green. It's the end-of-the-year marathon, and it's important to take stock of your goals - personal and professional - as well as your priorities throughout the holidays and beyon…

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Storytelling with Paul Chitlik & Terrie Silverman #540 1:05:44

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On this episode of GoalChat host Debra Eckerling does a deep dive into Storytelling with Paul Chitlik, author of The Screenwriting Sensei, and Terrie Silverman, founder of Creative Rites. Paul is an award-winning television, film, novel writer, and educator. Terrie is a story and creativity coach, writer, and performer. Storytelling is all about li…

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The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams: Emotional Fitness - Dr. Tamara Soles 26:41

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Send us a text We often understand what it means to feel physically fit in our bodies, but what does "emotionally fitness" look and feel like? Dr. Tamara Soles, psychologist and keynote speaker, is back on the show to talk with Risa Williams about building up our "emotional fitness," one mental rep at a time. They discuss how families can work with…

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Substack with Jim Fuhs & Bob Woods #539 1:25:10

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Substack with Jim Fuhs of Fuhsion Marketing and Bob Woods of Social Sales Link. The platform, which launched around eight years ago, keeps gaining popularity. Between Substack's accessibility and community-centric features, it's the perfect online hub for embracing and showcasing your ex…

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Scalability with Liz Heiman, Camille L Miller & Joe Patneaude #538 1:05:52

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Scalability with Liz Heiman, Regarding Sales; Camille L. Miller, Soul Professional; and Executive Coach Joe Patneaude. The panel shares their origin stories and thoughts on building a sustainable, scalable business, along with things like customer service, leadership, and "drag." Goals -…

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The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams: Managing Your Boundaries - Stevon Lewis 24:33

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Send us a text So, you've learned how to set boundaries and effectively communicate your boundaries to people, but what do you do next? How can we go about managing and adjusting our boundaries as our relationships change, we grow, or new situations present themselves to us? Risa Williams talks to Stevon Lewis, therapist and book author, about how …

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Plant-Based Business with Marisa Baggett, Terri Freedman & Danny O'Malley 1:09:29

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about the business of food, plant-based edition. Her guests - kosher sushi chef Marisa Baggett; Terri Freedman, Eat Healthy Crafty; and Danny O'Malley, Before the Butcher - are truly passionate about being and working in the plant-based/plant-forward space. Their key tenets are lifestyle (Dann…

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Tamsen Webster on Speaking So They Can’t Unhear Your Message 55:30

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In this shortcast episode, Erik Fisher talks with Tamsen Webster about the hidden structure behind every message that sticks. Tamsen introduces the Red Thread—a framework for crafting ideas that feel obvious in hindsight and impossible to ignore. Whether you’re pitching a project, leading a team, or launching a product, this episode will help you c…

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Community Building with Nicky Pitman, Keith Spiro & Dayna Steele #536 1:06:08

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Community Building with Nicky Pitman, Keith Spiro, and Dayna Steele. Nicky is director of Shemesh Farms, Keith is a business strategist, community builder, and photographer, and Dayna is a playwright, author, advocate, podcaster, etc. The trio shares their backstories, as well as their f…

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The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams: Reader Questions - Ksenjia Sabic 24:28

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Send us a text Do you feel like there's just work and free time but you never quite get everything done during your free time? You're not alone! On this special episode of the show, "Reader Questions" - I invited a reader of my books, Ksenjia Sabic, a technical project manager in NYC, on the show to ask questions about "Get Stuff Done Without the S…

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Margaret Andrews on Manage Yourself to Lead Others 37:04

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Margaret Andrews is the founder of Mind and Hand Associates, faculty at Harvard Extension School, and author of Manage Yourself to Lead Others: Why Great Leadership Begins with Self-Understanding. In this episode, she breaks down the MYLO framework—a practical, science-based system built around Motivation, Learning, and Opportunity—and explains how…

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Digital Content with Dr. Judith Briles, Seth Goldstein & Kevin Winston #535 1:02:20

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling has a lively conversation about Digital Content with Dr. Judith Briles, aka The Book Shepherd; podcast strategist and host of Entrepreneur's Enigma, Seth Goldstein; and Kevin Winston, founder of Digital LA. All have been in the digital space for years. And, while there were some technical challenges…

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The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams: Setting Goals in an Easy Way - Debra Eckerling 24:05

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Send us a text Do you try to set goals but then beat yourself up if you're not working on them every single day? Or, do you want to move forward with many new goals but find yourself stalling out at the starting line? Risa Williams talks to Debra Eckerling, book author, goals coach, and podcaster, about how we can set goals in a much easier and les…

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Relationship Development with Tiffanie Kellog, Larry Levine & Keith Smith #534 1:06:16

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Relationship Development with Tiffanie Kellog, Speaker in Socks; Larry Levine, Selling from the Heart; and Keith Smith, The Fuel Podcast. Deb met each one of these guests through the power of her own network. Tiffanie came through Innovation Women, Larry (introduced by Brynne Tillman) sh…

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Shawn Lemon on Digital Organization: Find What You Need in Seconds 45:50

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Shawn Lemon is the founder of The Digital Organizer, where he helps individuals and teams eliminate friction and chaos in their digital workflows. In this episode, we go deep into digital file systems, tool audits, naming conventions, AI clutter, and the underestimated cost of daily digital disorganization. This isn’t about color-coding your folder…

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Harry Cohen on Positive Leadership & Energy Management 40:46

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In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Harry Cohen, a leadership consultant and author of Be the Sun, Not the Salt. In this uplifting conversation, Harry unpacks how small moments of positive energy can have massive ripple effects—and how each of us can show up as a force for good in our relationships, teams, and communities. In this episode, we explor…

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Charles Duhigg on the Secret Power of Storytelling in Communication 42:46

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This week, we’re revisiting one of our most impactful conversations—with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author Charles Duhigg, about his latest book Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection. In a world where remote work, digital communication, and polarized conversations are the norm, knowing how to tru…

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Business Goals with Marcia Macomber & Melanie Richards #533 1:01:53

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Business Goals with Marcia Macomber, Cornucopia Creations, and Melanie Richards, BVisible with Mel. As you fly into fall, look at it as an opportunity to get moving on those business goals, so you have lots to celebrate at the end of the year. Marcia and Melanie shared their origin - and…

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The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams: Digital Clutter - Amanda Jefferson 20:56

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Send us a text If someone asked you to share your computer's desktop, would you cringe a little? Are the texts and emails just piling up and you're feeling really overwhelmed by them? What's the state of your digital organization right now? Risa Williams talks to digital organizational expert, Indigo Organizing founder, and Ted Talk speaker, Amanda…

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Pat Flynn on Lean Learning: Achieve More by Consuming Less 50:39

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Pat Flynn returns to the show to share insights from his newest book, Lean Learning: How to Achieve More by Learning Less. In a world overflowing with content, Pat offers a powerful solution for those overwhelmed by endless podcasts, videos, and inspiration rabbit holes. Instead of more input, Lean Learning is about acting on just the right informa…

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The Business of Food with Katie Chin, Jessica Fishenfeld & Babette Pepaj #532 1:07:20

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling has a palette-cleanser conversation; about the business of food with Celebrity Chef Katie Chin, host of Bagels & Banter Jessica Fishenfeld; and founder of BakeBot.ai and Bakespace Babette Pepaj. In addition to extolling the virtues and universality of food, the panel swapped food memories, disaster …

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Alan Gannett on Unlocking Everyday Creativity for Greater Productivity (Shortcast) 9:16

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In this Shortcast edition, Alan Gannett, author of The Creative Curve, demystifies the myth that creativity is an inborn talent. Instead, he lays out how great ideas emerge at the intersection of familiarity and novelty—and how anyone can train themselves to consistently produce creative work. The Creativity Curve Explained: Alan introduces the “cr…

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The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams: Daily Routines - Amy Nesbitt 17:30

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Send us a text How can we start and end our days in calmer ways? What are some easy routines that can keep us grounded in what we value and help us focus on what we want to get out of the week? Risa Williams talks to podcast host and founder of Whole Wellness Mamas, Amy Nesbitt, about how we can form daily routines that help provide structure and c…

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Michael Long on Taming Dopamine: Regain Focus and Productivity 40:46

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Michael Long is a bestselling author and speechwriter who co-wrote Taming the Molecule of More, the follow-up to the hit book The Molecule of More. In this conversation, we dive into how dopamine—the brain’s “molecule of more”—drives distraction, craving, creativity, and productivity, and how we can train it to serve us instead of sabotage us. In t…

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Visibility with Bobbie Carlton, Erik Deutsch & Karen Gunther #531 1:13:15

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Visibility with Bobbie Carlton, Carlton PR and Marketing and Innovation Women; Erik Deutsch, ExcelPR; and Karen Gunther, Stay Visible Marketing. Whether you are an entrepreneur, consultant, creative, or other expert, to be "visible" you need to be "credible" (Bobbie), "heard" (Erik), and…

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Ingrid Jansen on Decluttering with Purpose: Reset Your Home & Mind 42:17

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Professional organizer Ingrid Jansen, co-author of Reset Your Home, explains why clutter is more about emotions than “stuff,” why decluttering is a process (not a project), and how to start small—think kitchens, cupboards, and daily resets—to build your “decluttering muscle” over time. In this conversation, we discuss: Process over project: Declutt…

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Bill McGowan on How to Speak Memorably and Communicate with Clarity & Confidence 38:59

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Bill McGowan, author of Speak Memorably: The Art of Captivating an Audience, shares practical ways to make your ideas stick—on stage, on Zoom, and in any high-stakes moment. We get into dynamic delivery, smarter structure, and memorable language devices you can use immediately. In this conversation, we discuss: Dial it up (a bit): Why what feels “o…

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Art & Soul with Heather Eck, Jessie-Sierra Ross & Dayna Steele #530 1:10:50

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Art and Soul with Heather Eck, an artist and synesthete; Jessie-Sierra Ross, a former ballerina and founder of Straight to the Hips, Baby; and Dayna Steele, an author, entrepreneur, playwright, and caregiver advocate.For 52 Secrets for Goal-Setting and Goal-Getting, which just celebrated…

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The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams & Erica Curtis: Assertive Communication 26:29

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Send us a text Sometimes, we can get really lost in our own words during conversations with others. We wander off, we shut down, we forget to say what we need...so how can we learn to be more assertive in our every communication? Risa Williams is joined by Erica Curtis to discuss simple ways we can simplify our thoughts down into words and figure o…

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Paul Kirby on Productivity with Purpose: The FUSE Pathway 44:43

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In this episode, Paul Kirby, author of The FUSE Pathway: How to Find and Lead a Fulfilling Life, shares how to identify your core passions, combine them into a unique vision, and build a realistic, evolving plan to pursue them. Drawing from his own experience of designing a robot that paints, Paul explains the FUSE framework—Find, Upgrade, Start, E…

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Zorana Pringle on Creativity as a Choice: From Ideas to Action 37:58

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Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle is a leading researcher in creativity psychology and author of The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action. In this episode, she unpacks how creativity isn’t just a moment of inspiration—it’s a series of choices. Whether you think you’re creative or not, Zorana shares how motivation, a…

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Navigating Chaos with John S. Couch, Deb Krier & Michele Risa #529 1:06:23

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Navigating Chaos with John S. Couch, author, "The Art of Creative Rebellion;" Deb Krier, Host of The Business Power Hour™, among other endeavors; and Michele Risa of Collaborative Solutions. While John, Deb, and Michele all specialize in business leadership, the conversation definitely t…

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Jeffrey & Jamie Downs on The Power of Streaks to Build Daily Habits That Stick (Shortcast) 9:55

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In this shortcast edition of Beyond the To-Do List, Jeffrey and Jamie Downs, creators of the Streaking method and authors behind streakingmastery.com explore how laughably simple daily habits can help you build momentum, boost confidence, and turn goals into long-term identity shifts. Why Simplicity Wins: Simple actions are doable even on your hard…

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Realignment with Angela Miller Barton, Susan Glusica & Daphneleah Schneider #528 1:01:06

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling discusses realignment with Angela Miller Barton, personal trainer and educational coordinator for Wellcoaches; Money Master Coach Susan Glusica; and Releasing Rightness Mentor Daphneleah Schneider. Realignment - and alignment - are strongly tied to identity; when you know who you are, you can hit th…

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The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams: Everyday Mindfulness - Kyohei Mikawa 25:56

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Send us a text Do you struggle to slow down and emotionally connect with what's going on around you sometimes? We all do! Risa Williams talks to Kyohei Mikawa, minister of The Rissho Kosei-kai Buddhist Center of Los Angeles, and Youtube creator of The Lotus Sutra Lab, about everyday mindfulness tools we can use to slow down and feel more compassion…

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Modern Leadership with Jess Dewell, Jeannette Seibly & Isioma Utomi #527 1:08:23

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On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling discusses Modern Leadership with Jess Dewell of Red Direction; leadership results coach Jeannette Seibly; and leadership and productivity consultant Isioma Utomi. Whether you are the head a department, part of the team, an entrepreneur, or consultant, you are the main character in your own leadershi…