From Illumination To Innovation

Welcome back to round 2 of the Generation Jeopardy series on the FITI Vodcast! Join hosts Shaniqua Brown and Stephanie Crain as they present a captivating clash between Gen X and Gen Z. Representing Gen X is Ed, an experienced IT professional, and for Gen Z, we have Chloe, a vibrant professional dancer and grad student.

In this episode, you can expect:

• Generational Clash: Witness Gen X and Gen Z go head-to-head, exploring their unique perspectives on work, technology, and life.
• Humorous Moments: Enjoy light-hearted banter and trivia that highlight generational differences in a fun way.
• Valuable Insights: Learn about hybrid work models and how the digital divide shapes communication across generations.

Key Questions Discussed:

• How do Gen X and Gen Z approach work-life balance?
• What lessons can younger generations learn from Gen X's resilience and experience?
• How does technology influence communication across generations?

Upcoming Episodes:

• Series Finale: Who will emerge victorious in Generation Jeopardy?

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Leave your thoughts in the comments! How have you experienced generational differences in your life? What's a myth or misconception about Gen X or Gen Z?

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STEPHANIE’S BIO:

Stephanie Crain is a Corporate Mystic, a visionary collaborator who empowers organizations and individuals to align their core values and unleash their authentic expression. With 25 years of experience in branding, culture, and creative strategy, Stephanie excels as an executive leader, fostering collaboration and talent elevation across diverse industries. As a Certified Master Jungian Coach specializing in Success Mindset, she guides executives, creators, and entrepreneurs to overcome obstacles and #vibratehigher by activating their true potential.

SHANIQUA’S BIO

Shaniqua Brown, Founder and Talent Strategist at Elevated TA brings over a decade of expertise in Talent Acquisition, with a distinguished background at industry leaders like Kforce and Google. Merging her academic prowess in Interdisciplinary Social Science with insights gained from a dynamic career as a professional dancer and NFL cheerleader, she infuses Elevated TA's mission with precision, agility, and an innovative spirit. Focused on revolutionizing talent acquisition strategies for mid-sized companies, Shaniqua's approach blends empathetic partnership with dynamic, data-informed solutions, ensuring businesses align their teams with their strategic vision for success and efficiency.

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What does it mean to have an abundance mindset? In Episode Zero, Stephanie explores the topic of the Abundance Mindset with her two guests, Irene Riad, and Michele Sledz. Irene helps illuminate the concept of an abundance mindset and talks about how even successful people sometimes struggle with this concept. Michelle offers additional insight by describing how having an abundance mindset allows you to be more innovative in how you think about your business and the value of connecting with other like-minded people. It’s a valuable discussion that we hope inspires you to open up your mind to abundance in your life, personally and professionally.

ILLUMINATION GUEST BIO:

Irene Riad, Owner - SIGHTcet - https://www.sightcet.com/

Irene is an ICF PCC Executive Coach specializing in Success, Relationships, Culture, and complex trauma recovery coaching. She is also a Keynote Speaker and soon-to-be Coaching Supervisor and Author. She is the founder of SIGHTcet - The Self-Mastery Coaching Institute.

INNOVATION GUEST BIO:

Michelle Sledz, Abundance Mindset - Networking
LinkedIn Profile | Business Performance Advisor - Insperity

Coming from a family of entrepreneurs and a solid business development background for over 20 years, Michelle Sledz is passionate about bringing forth essential business resources to CEOs and executives to propel them to scalable growth.

In this episode, guest Rusty Brindle, a seasoned trades professional, shares his journey and insights into the world of skilled labor. Rusty Brindle is 53 years old, with 20 years in the trades, 15 years as an ASE Master Mechanic, and 12 years in law enforcement. In 2018, he started Terrarium Homes, a business built on values like quality over quantity, ethics, perseverance, and fostering long-term customer relationships. Rusty emphasizes the importance of knowing your customers, fair pricing, profitability, and even when to "fire" a customer if they're not the right fit.

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Key Discussion Points

• The growing appeal of skilled trades and the shift away from corporate careers
• Rusty's journey from law enforcement to skilled trades and lessons learned along the way
• Tips on building strong client relationships and creating a sustainable business

Why This Matters

As more professionals seek fulfilling and practical career paths, skilled trades offer a unique combination of independence, hands-on work, and purpose. Rusty's story serves as inspiration for those looking to escape the corporate grind and find meaning in their careers. This episode highlights the value of trade work, the rising demand for skilled labor, and practical advice on running a successful business.

Upcoming Episodes

The next FITI Vodcast episode airs on 11/28/24! Stay tuned for more illuminating conversations with Shaniqua Brown, Stephanie Crain, and fascinating guests.

Join the Conversation

Share your thoughts and experiences on the rise of skilled labor and trades professions by leaving a comment below. Engage with the FITI community and keep the conversation going!

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Are you ready to redefine HR's role in your organization? Join us for the 9th episode of the and the fourth installment of our HR Series, ': —' ?' In this riveting episode, we uncover how HR can transcend its traditional boundaries to become a catalyst for transformative change.

In this episode, we're thrilled to have , an HR luminary with 20 years of experience across industry giants like Microsoft, Expedia, Spiceworks, and TCP Software. As the Founder of Agile in HR and the VP of Customer Strategy & Ops at Mebebot, Mindy brings unparalleled insight into the evolving landscape of HR. Her expertise in developing vision and strategy for business growth, leading change, and mentoring executives will illuminate the path towards a more human-centric workplace.

Mindy shares her compelling vision: "We need healthier communities and society, which in part requires us to view humans as an investment, not a spend, in our workplaces. There is something we all need to individually and collectively mine to start living and interacting differently.” This episode challenges you to rethink traditional workplace dynamics and embrace a culture of trust, inclusion, and care.

GUEST BIO:
Mindy Honcoop is an HR leader with 20 years of experience and career-spanning roles at Microsoft, Expedia, Spiceworks, and TCP Software. She specializes in developing vision and strategy for business growth, leading change, and coaching executives.

She is the Founder of Agile in HR and serves as the VP of Customer Strategy & Ops at Mebebot. She holds an MBA from Western Governors University and engages in mentoring the HR community.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindyhoncoop/

Episode Sources:

The evolution of Human Resource Development: Strategic HRD to transform organizations into high performance organizations (Journal for Advancing Business Education)

STEPHANIE’S BIO:

Stephanie Crain is a Corporate Mystic and owner of Tapas Innovation. A visionary collaborator, Stephanie empowers organizations and individuals to align their core values and unleash their authentic expression. With 25 years of experience in branding, culture, and creative strategy, Stephanie excels as an executive leader, fostering collaboration and talent elevation across diverse industries. As a Certified Master Jungian Coach specializing in Success Mindset, she guides executives, creators, and entrepreneurs to overcome obstacles and #vibratehigher by activating their true potential.

SHANIQUA’S BIO

Shaniqua Brown, Founder and Talent Strategist at Elevated TA brings over a decade of expertise in Talent Acquisition, with a distinguished background at industry leaders like Kforce and Google. Merging her academic prowess in Interdisciplinary Social Science with insights gained from a dynamic career as a professional dancer and NFL cheerleader, she infuses Elevated TA's mission with precision, agility, and an innovative spirit. Focused on revolutionizing talent acquisition strategies for mid-sized companies, Shaniqua's approach blends empathetic partnership with dynamic, data-informed solutions, ensuring businesses align their teams with their strategic vision for success and efficiency.

Join co-hosts Stephanie Crain and Shaniqua Brown in a compelling episode of 'From Illumination to Innovation' as they explore the integral roles of Ethos and Intuition in business. This episode delves into how these elements shape decision-making and define the authentic character of a company. The conversation highlights the significant influence of leadership in cultivating genuine company culture and the hidden costs of a toxic work environment, with insights from Stephanie’s encounter with Mark Cuban and Shaniqua’s reference to 'The Great Reflection' by Gartner HR.

The discussion progresses to aligning organizational values with employee and customer expectations, emphasizing the human element in leadership. It touches upon the necessity of understanding team needs and the importance of evolving company values alongside business growth. Concluding with a poignant reflection on labor exploitation and its ongoing impact, this episode offers thought-provoking perspectives and actionable insights for business executives, leaders, and managers. It underscores Ethos and Intuition as foundational to successful, authentic leadership.