653: Bill Casey is a CPA & Musician [podcast]

01/01/25 • 29 min

Bill Casey, the Deputy CEO at MGO, talks about his passion for music and car restoration. He shares memories of learning the guitar in high school and playing in various bands, emphasizing the importance of practice to stay proficient. Bill discusses his experience performing live many times in Chicago, highlighting the need for preparedness and teamwork in both music and work environments. He also talks about the significance of having hobbies for relaxation and creativity, seeing them as therapeutic ways to balance life's stresses. Further, Bill underscores the value of understanding colleagues' personal interests to build better communication and relationships in the workplace. Throughout the episode, he notes the importance of recognizing employees’ broader capabilities beyond their job roles.

Episode Highlights

· Engaging in personal hobbies like music and car restoration can foster relaxation, creativity, and better team dynamics. · Regular practice is essential for maintaining proficiency in any skill, whether it's playing guitar or delivering work presentations. · Providing and receiving constructive feedback in a positive manner is key to improving performance, be it in a band or at work. · Recognizing employees as more than their job roles and valuing their broader capabilities can enhance workplace culture and decision-making.

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651: Anthea Bell is a Embodiment and Transformation Coach & Nature Walker [podcast]

Anthea Bell, an embodiment and transformation coach and host of the Finding Your Way Home podcast, shares how walking in nature and mindful movement have been instrumental in her personal and professional transformation. She explains her journey from a demanding corporate career to becoming a coach focused on holistic well-being. Anthea emphasizes the importance of connecting with one's body and surroundings to counteract the stress of modern life. She also discusses the significance of connection and community in improving mental and physical health.

Episode Highlights

· Movement and walking in nature are essential for balancing life's stress and maintaining mental health · Transitioning from a corporate job to a coaching career emphasized the importance of connecting with one's passions professionally · Understanding and respecting the mind-body connection can significantly aid in personal and professional transformation · Genuine human connection and community are crucial for well-being and overcoming the stress of corporate environments · Being open to evolving and expanding beyond your current role or situation can lead to greater fulfillment and authenticity

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655: Elsa Hirl is a Financial Assistant & Certified Home Baker [podcast]

This week's guest is Elsa Hirl, a financial assistant at Maquoketa State Bank in Iowa and the vibrant personality behind Momma Hirl's Baking. Elsa shares her passion for baking, which she attributes to her grandmothers and her early experiences making cinnamon rolls in junior high. She talks about how her baking journey and then sharing her "And" with others has bolstered her confidence and helped her break out of her comfort zone. Elsa also touches upon the joys of holiday traditions and the importance of balancing work with personal passions. Listeners will enjoy her humorous anecdotes and the heartwarming story of how her family came to appreciate her Christmas cinnamon rolls.

Episode Highlights

· Baking is deeply ingrained in Elsa's family history, with her starting to sell baked goods in junior high. · Works as a financial assistant while also managing her baking business, emphasizing the importance of pursuing passions alongside a career. · Pursuing and sharing her passion for baking has helped Elsa build personal confidence and step out of her comfort zone. · Sharing personal passions (like baking) at work helps in creating more meaningful human connections and improving workplace culture.