A Shot Of Inspiration
Greg Stephens
In any life, we have highs and lows, light and dark, wins and losses. What happens when we encounter that moment of time when what happens next could change everything, Join us as we step into another person's inspirational moment and see how we can connect their experience to ours.
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Unveiling Hidden Roots: A Journey of Discovery and Unbreakable Bonds
A Shot Of Inspiration
06/28/23 • 45 min
Join us as with A Shot of Inspiration's guest, Hallie Holloway, as she shares her incredible journey of self-discovery, reunification with her birth family, and the strength she found amidst adversity. From her adoption as a child to finding her birth mother. Hallie's story is a testament to resilience, love, and the power of finding one's true identity. This heartwarming podcast episode explores themes of family, self-worth, and the transformative power of embracing life's challenges!
Key Takeaways:
- Embracing Uncharted Origins: Uncovering family history fosters personal growth and understanding.
- Overcoming Life's Crucibles: Challenges fuel inner strength and resilience.
- Nurturing Unbreakable Connections: Chosen family brings belonging, laughter, and support.
About Hallie:
Hallie Holloway, an adoptee, openly shares her personal experiences with adoption, domestic violence, divorce, and single motherhood. Additionally, she is the founder of Sixteen Agency, a marketing firm based in Austin. The agency's primary goal is to make critical branding and web development services more accessible to small business owners and startup founders across the United States.
With over 15 years of experience in advertising, Hallie has worked as a Creative Director, writer, and brand strategist. She has led 360-degree global campaigns for renowned luxury fashion, beauty, and wellness brands. Notable accomplishments include crafting the brand identity for Calatrava's Oculus in the new World Trade Center at Westfield, establishing the brand foundation of Oura Ring, and receiving several awards for her work. Her "I'm No Angel" campaign, which revolutionized the fashion industry, earned her a Clio and Effy award and generated 19 billion media impressions by effectively reaching the target audience.
Resources:
Hallie's website: https://www.agencysixteen.com/
Hallie's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itshallieagain?_t=8dVLtxLLNPy&_r=1
Harmonizing Body and Energy: Unveiling the Path to Wellness
A Shot Of Inspiration
06/14/23 • 21 min
In this episode of "A Shot of Inspiration," host Greg Stephens engages in a captivating conversation with guest Dr. Nam Nguyen, a chiropractor and acupressure practitioner. They explore the interconnectedness of the body, energy, and well-being, delving into topics such as chakras, energy flow, acupuncture, and the integration of Eastern and Western philosophies in Nam's practice. The episode also highlights Nam's vision for his business, encompassing in-person patient care and virtual workshops on workplace clarity and ergonomics. Get ready to embark on a transformative journey towards optimal wellness and alignment!
Key Takeaways:
- Harnessing Energy: Balancing chakras and optimizing energy flow enhances overall well-being.
- Fusion of Eastern and Western Approaches: Nam's practice integrates acupuncture, acupressure, and chiropractic care for holistic wellness.
- Breath as the Foundation: Conscious breathing grounds, reduces stress, and promotes well-being.
About Nam:
Dr. Nam Nguyen is a passionate health and wellness provider specializing in intuitive healing. His purpose is to empower individuals in his community to shine their brightest by releasing stagnant energy and facilitating the free flow of vibrant life force throughout their bodies. With a unique blend of Eastern and Western influences, Nam seamlessly combines the wisdom of both traditions to offer holistic healing experiences. He skillfully integrates biomechanics and ergonomic principles to optimize work environments, promoting clarity and vitality. Nam's mission is to create transformative solutions that harmonize mind, body, and spirit, guiding others towards a path of holistic well-being.
Resources:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nam-nguyen-b7812a7b
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 512-537-4445
Leading with the heart: Empowering businesses
A Shot Of Inspiration
04/03/24 • 25 min
Join Greg Stephens and Yasin Bradley, CEO of Bradley Alliance Group, as they explore Yasin's inspiring journey from childhood adversity to founding a thriving HR consulting firm. Discover the power of people-focused solutions and the importance of investing in employees for business growth.
3 Key Takeaways:
- Prioritize People: Investing in employees leads to business success.
- SMB Support: Bradley Alliance Group offers tailored consulting services for small businesses.
- Personal Growth: Yasin's story highlights resilience and the journey to purpose.
About Yasin:
Yasin Bradley is a distinguished Senior Human Resources Leader known for his versatility, acute analytical skills, and unwavering focus on people and business. With a strong track record of success, Yasin excels in spearheading strategic initiatives and boosting staff confidence to attract and retain key talent in competitive markets. His expertise spans HR & Compliance functions, including Talent Acquisition & Development, Employee Relations, Compensation & Benefits Administration, Performance Management, Organizational Development, and Change Management. As the founder of Bradley Alliance Group in Atlanta, GA, Yasin is a respected HR and talent advisor, workplace culture champion, and leadership ambassador. His sought-after speeches provide insights on HR infrastructure, talent management, workplace culture, operations optimization, and leadership advocacy, inspiring leaders and organizations towards excellence.
Resources:
Bradley Alliance Group TikTok
Bradley Alliance Group Instagram
Bradley Alliance Group LinkedIn
Yasin's LinkedIn
Bradley Alliance Group Facebook
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Purchase Yasin's Book: Book: Who Am I? The Man Child
Prioritizing Success
A Shot Of Inspiration
10/18/23 • 37 min
Join Greg Stephens and co-host Dan Morman on the "A Shot of Inspiration" podcast for an inspiring conversation with special guest Bill Coletti, a seasoned coach and former owner of PR firms. They explore coaching, career transitions, leadership, and the importance of self-prioritization. Bill previews his upcoming book, "The Prioritization of You," stressing the role of personal well-being in effective leadership and success. Listen to inspiring stories of clients shattering self-imposed limits and gaining newfound confidence. This episode showcases the profound impact of coaching and the significance of recognizing each step in the journey.
3 Key Takeaways:
- Prioritizing Yourself: Leaders should prioritize themselves, understanding it's not selfish but essential for success.
- Coaching Transformation: The transformative power of coaching, emphasizing the importance of asking questions over giving advice.
- Breakthrough Success: Coaching can lead to clients breaking through self-imposed limits, gaining confidence, and redefining their vision for success.
About Bill:
Bill Coletti, owner of a creative professional services firm, is a certified executive coach and author known for his bestselling book, "Critical Moments: The New Mindset of Reputation Management." Co-leading the Global Risk Management and Crisis Communications Practice at Hill+Knowlton Strategies was a pivotal role in his career before launching Kith.co in 2013.
While Bill's impressive career journey is noteworthy, his current focus revolves around helping others navigate critical life transitions. Alongside his wife, Debbie, he dedicates time to sailing and community service. With certifications as a US Coast Guard 50 Ton Master Captain and NauticEd Sailing Instructor, Bill's multifaceted expertise reflects his commitment to guiding clients in both professional and personal growth.
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25. Saving Lives Through Sacrifice and Changing Behavior
A Shot Of Inspiration
10/11/22 • 31 min
What does it take to save your life and relationships? From addiction, homelessness, or even just emotional distance with a loved one? Joseph Grenny, bestselling author and founder of The Other Side Academy (TOSA), joins Greg Stephens on this episode to deep dive into how redemption is possible.
Whether you’ve struggled with substance use for years, become emotionally distant with your spouse or other loved one, or even just have difficulty communicating with a coworker, we all have areas of our lives that need cleaning up. Some take more work than others, but we all need it, and it is possible for all of us.
Join Greg and Joseph as they discuss how you can change your life and the lives of those around you.
3 Key Takeaways
- Don’t be afraid of the emotional, political, or other heavyweight topics that need to be discussed to progress your relationships.
- When you see a problem that needs correction, don’t wait. That lag time between seeing it and communicating it measures the health of your organization.
- Changing your life takes sacrifice and change in behavior. It is not easy, but it is possible, even for those who have decades of struggle to overcome.
Resources
https://www.theothersideacademy.com/
Joseph Grenny's TedX Talk: "What I learned About Happiness From a Hundred Felons"
About
Joseph Grenny is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, dynamic keynote speaker, and leading social scientist for business performance. Over the past thirty years, Joseph has delivered engaging keynotes at major conferences including the HSM World Business Forum at Radio City Music Hall. Joseph’s work has been translated into 28 languages, is available in 36 countries, and has generated results for 300 of the Fortune 500.
He also helped found The Other Side Academy in Salt Lake City, mirrored after the Delancey Street Foundation in San Francisco.
Powerful Insights and Strategies for Financial Success
A Shot Of Inspiration
06/07/23 • 20 min
Get ready for an exciting episode of A Shot of Inspiration podcast with your host Greg Stephens and an incredible guest, Kris Miller! In this conversation, Kris reveals game-changing financial strategies that will leave you inspired and ready to take control of your financial future. Discover the power of index universal life (IUL) for tax-free income and long-term care protection, learn how estate planning can bring peace of mind and autonomy over your healthcare and finances, and explore the liberating benefits of living a debt-free lifestyle while making strategic investments. Don't miss out on Kris Miller's expert advice that will transform your financial journey. Tune in now and unleash the potential of your wealth!
3 key take aways:
- Safeguard your future: Explore options like index universal life (IUL) insurance for tax-free income and long-term care protection.
- Take control: Plan your estate with living trusts and power of attorney for peace of mind and autonomy.
- Debt-free success: Live within your means, pay off your mortgage, and minimize credit card debts for financial freedom and abundance.
About Kris:
Legacy Wealth Strategist, Speaker & Safe Money Coach Kris is a leading expert in safe money strategies, She has helped over 6,000 families and businesses avoid financial disasters by strategically planning for their futures. Over the last 33 years, not one of her clients has lost a dime in any marker risk Kris has personally generated several million dollars in her own business. Trusts Unlimited. and was nominated tor Woman of the Year by the Heme Chamber of Commerce. She is the #1 Bestselling author of "Ready for PREtirement: 3 Secrets for Safe Money and a Fabulous Future,"- a guide to financial freedom, second chances, and how to create income you'll never outlive.
Resources:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HealthyMoneyHappyLife
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krismiller-legacywealth/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KrisMiller_NOW
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthymoney_happylife/
MONEY 911 Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6I7T8JuHT2T20UD1H79Jwh
Calander: https://meetwithkrismiller.com/
11. Rekindling a 30-year Relationship - Part Two
A Shot Of Inspiration
08/01/22 • 26 min
“She’s the one being poked, prodded, and tested, and I’m the one crying like a baby.”
Steve Kinkeade continues the story of he and his wife’s journey to rediscover their love and respect for each other. When his wife was diagnosed with cancer, Steve learned two lessons: He was reminded of how special she was, and there was nothing he could do to help her, except lift her up.
Their redemption story just began as they faced cancer treatments while also dealing with the rapid decline of his mother-in-law’s health.
Their lives seemed to take a turn for the worst when they were hit by the force of Hurricane Harvey. But rather than drift apart in the four feet of water occupying their home, Steve and Laura were united in their gratitude for friends and for the strength of one another as they worked to rebuild their home and their relationship.
Now, Steve fondly recounts a time when they ended up together on a “hospital date,” holding hands with matching medical bracelets. Listen to part two as they learned to love again and embraced life’s constant challenges, in this story of love, redemption, and hope.
10. Rekindling a 30-year Relationship - Part One
A Shot Of Inspiration
07/28/22 • 30 min
When host Greg Stephens received a phone call from his friend Steve Kinkeade, relating that he wasn’t sure if his 30-year marriage was going to make it, Greg was both shocked and deeply worried–emotions he did not typically associate with Steve.
In this first episode of a two-part story, Steve shares the background that led to his and his wife’s emotional separation, sitting alone in a house as empty nesters. “We’re boring,” his wife said, sending them into a 16-month struggle for greater connection and meaning.
Hear the adorable story of how they met, in contrast to the final days of their boys’ time at home and his mother-in-law’s life that took a toll on them in unexpected ways. Steve also opens up about the hardest event of that tumultuous time that turned a small doctor’s visit into learning about possible cancer.
Their disconnect had created a rift of anger and resentment, but Steve knew their relationship wasn’t over. Join Greg and Steve for part one of this story full of love, redemption, and hope at home.
19. Humans and Hospitality: Creating Connection with Kindness, Part 2
A Shot Of Inspiration
08/25/22 • 29 min
Enidio Magel returns in this episode to complete his story and share the insight he’s learned. One of the most pivotal moments of his life came when his 12-year-old daughter passed away unexpectedly from a brain aneurysm. Confronted with the harsh realization of mortality, Enidio and his wife discover new meaning together.
As an international diversity, equity, and inclusion coach, Enidio shares why those aren’t just buzzwords, and that feeling accepted and welcomed in our communities is core to who we are as humans. Embracing our uniqueness as individuals and connecting with others through that uniqueness is at the heart of diversity.
Consider your own uniqueness and living life fully as you listen to this second part of Greg and Enidio’s conversation.
If you are interested in learning more about brain aneurysms, or to donate to their cause, see the organization that Enidio and his wife started, available here.
Key Takeaways
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion aren’t just fancy words for academics or corporate meetings. Being accepted and welcomed by our peers is central to being human.
- Embrace your uniqueness and learn to accept others for theirs. We are all given ingredients from God, we need to discover what those are and share them with the world.
- Life comes with all sorts of surprises and challenges. Some of those are devastating, such as the loss of a loved one. It is possible to turn those experiences into blessings, both for yourself and for others.
Resources
https://www.ashotofinspiration.com/
About
Enidio Magel is founder and managing director of Multi-Cultural Institute, with extensive focus and experience on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for corporate, non for profit, law enforcement, health care and sports and entertainment. He is an executive and personal coach utilizing the principles of spiritual psychology and cross-cultural psychology in his practice. He holds an advanced degree in psychology.
61. Unlocking the Power of Breath with Symmetry Experts
A Shot Of Inspiration
04/10/24 • 31 min
In this episode of A Shot of Inspiration, Taylor Somerville and Lauren Vestal from Symmetry share insights into the importance of proper breathing for overall wellness. From everyday breathing habits to stress management techniques, they discuss the impact of breathwork on physical and mental health, offering practical tips for individuals and businesses alike.
3 Key Takeaways:
- Nasal breathing is crucial for filtering air, balancing oxygen and carbon dioxide levels, and activating the diaphragm.
- Learning diaphragmatic breathing can improve overall well-being by reducing stress, anxiety, and even physical pain.
- Symmetry offers various programs, including virtual coaching, workplace wellness initiatives, and heat and ice therapy sessions, to help individuals and businesses harness the power of breath for optimal health and productivity.
About Taylor:
Taylor Somerville founded Symmetry in 2018 after a 15-year career in the investment business left him feeling stressed, anxious, and out of control. Discovering breathwork and other practices helped him manage stress and anxiety, leading him to help others improve their stress management, anxiety, performance, and overall health. As an XPT-certified coach affiliated with Laird Hamilton and Gabby Reece's XPT, Taylor focuses on teaching tools for stress management, offering busy individuals more time, energy, and less stress.
About Lauren:
Lauren Vestal, a coach at Symmetry, helps high-achieving busy professionals reclaim control of their lives, seeking more time, energy, and less stress. Starting her journey as a soccer player at age 5, Lauren transitioned to yoga after facing knee injuries and achy joints. As a 500-Hour Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher and Pilates Certified instructor, Lauren found peace and mindfulness through yoga and breathwork, empowering her to manage her busy life more effectively. With tools acquired from practices like XPT Breathwork Certification, Lauren is dedicated to helping others find peace, confidence, and strength through movement and breath.
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How many episodes does A Shot Of Inspiration have?
A Shot Of Inspiration currently has 66 episodes available.
What topics does A Shot Of Inspiration cover?
The podcast is about Education, Self-Improvement and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on A Shot Of Inspiration?
The episode title 'Unlock the Secret to Thriving Personal and Professional Relationships' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on A Shot Of Inspiration?
The average episode length on A Shot Of Inspiration is 31 minutes.
How often are episodes of A Shot Of Inspiration released?
Episodes of A Shot Of Inspiration are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of A Shot Of Inspiration?
The first episode of A Shot Of Inspiration was released on Jun 30, 2022.
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