35. The Human Growth Code - Dr. Andrea Vanacker & Christophe Fauconnier

10/07/24 • 44 min

Dr. Andreea Vanacker is an entrepreneur, international speaker, and 4x author focused on promoting joy and human-centric leadership. Her work has been featured in major outlets like Forbes, Fast Company, and National Post. With a Ph.D. in Economics and vast experience managing global teams across 50+ countries, Andreea inspires leaders to build thriving, people-first organizations.
Christophe is the Founder and Chief Business Humanizer at Innate Motion, dedicated to bringing human sense to business. A South African born during Apartheid, Christophe's mission to challenge institutional barriers led him to create a company that helps global brands grow with purpose, fostering genuine human connections.
In this episode, Andreea and Christophe explore how embracing change is essential for growth and well-being. They discuss how resisting change can leave us stuck in fear and negativity, disconnected from our true nature. By welcoming change with gratitude, we open the door to personal and emotional growth, fostering resilience, generosity, and appreciation.
The conversation highlights how shifting our perspective to one of curiosity and excitement allows us to navigate challenges with gratitude. By cultivating self-love, connection with others, and a deeper relationship with nature, embracing change becomes a powerful tool for thriving in all areas of life.
Chapter:
00:00 - Intro
02:58 - Christophe explains what it means to be a "welcome change practitioner."
04:05 - Overview of Christophe's company, Innate Motion.
07:11 - Christophe shares insights on the role of change in growth.
09:19 - How Andreea and Christophe became connected.
13:10 - Andreea shares her experience with two brain surgeries and the nine hours spent in sleep during them.
18:30 - Christophe reflects on challenging moments he's experienced.
25:22 - Andreea introduces the 4 R’s related to the Human Growth Code.
27:00 - Andreea explains why gratitude is so important to her.
29:30 - Christophe shares his perspective on the importance of gratitude.
36:27 - Christophe discusses the idea that self-sufficiency is a myth.
41:37 - Andreea talks about her mission, "1 Million Years of Joy."

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34: Overcoming Darkest Moments - Dr. Gina Anderson

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Through her story of overcoming challenges and finding gratitude in difficult times, Gina shares how courage and growth often arise from fear and pain. This episode is a powerful reminder that learning fuels resilience and transformation in every aspect of life.
Gina is the CEO of Luma Brighter Learning, an award-winning company specializing in instructional design and adult learning. She focuses on developing measurable, science-based methods to help businesses improve safety and compliance. Gina is the author of Teaching Without a Teaching Degree: Luma Learning Lessons and holds advanced degrees in education and instructional technology from Indiana University and the University of Dayton.
In this episode, Gina shares the power of lifelong learning, emphasizing that education doesn’t stop with a degree—it continues as a journey of growth and self-discovery. She breaks down the 5 components of learner connection—engagement between learners, self, coaching, instruction, and technology—highlighting how true learning goes beyond content.
Chapter:
00:00 - Intro
02:51 - Importance of These Conversations to Gina | What Energizes Her
04:00 - Where Gina Studied and How She Learned
06:32 - Gina’s Learning Experience for Truck Drivers
08:35 - What Truck Drivers Want to Learn
15:26 - 5 Components of Learner Connection
18:58 - Realizations About Gratitude and What’s Meaningful to Her | "Building a Mind of a Champion" and "Perspective on Invisible Illnesses" Articles
23:04 - How Gina Overcame Her Darkest Moments
29:56 - Lessons Learned in Life and Personal Growth
33:22 - Tim Sorn’s Upcoming Book "Perspective on Invisible Illnesses"
35:00 - Impactful Stories from Gina’s Work

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36. How Kindness Serves as a Gateway to Gratitude - Randy Mcneely

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Randy McNeely, a former cybersecurity professional, is now a passionate advocate for kindness. With over 20 years of experience in both private and public sectors, he helps entrepreneurs and organizations overcome toxic cultures through his 4-Stage Kindness Habit Framework and 5-Step Kindness Givers' Formula. Randy’s warm-hearted approach empowers businesses to thrive by fostering kindness-driven behaviors, creating stronger relationships, and achieving outstanding results.
In this episode, kindness is shown as the gateway to gratitude and a catalyst for positive change. Randy McNeely emphasizes that small acts of kindness, when written in a Kindness Journal, help us relive and remember those moments, offering comfort during tough times.
Kindness is described as love in action—a force that fuels happiness, joy, and success. Through love, we feel valued and appreciated, and every kind act strengthens that connection.
With a simple 5-step guide, listeners are encouraged to start each day with purpose, seek opportunities to be kind, and reflect on the impact they've made. The message is clear: Kindness begins with us, and even the smallest actions can change lives.
Chapter:
00:00 - Intro
01:56 - Story of Why He is Wearing a Red Cape
04:23 - The Kindness Givers' Formula 2.0
08:17 - Struggles with His Father and How It Shaped Him
10:37 - The Value of Noticing and Reflecting on Acts of Kindness
13:54 - How His Friends Helped Him Feel
15:57 - The Importance of Love and How It Drives Kindness
19:33 - The Meaning of "Tada" | 5-Step Guide to Inspiring Change Through Love
26:09 - Talks on Honey Bees
35:52 - Being Kind to Ourselves
38:20 - Talks about Naval Gazing Syndrome/Tunnel Syndrome