This Feels Right: TFR

Confidence is that feeling of self -assurance, it feels right. We're comfortable being ourselves and express ideas and emotions fearlessly ...But it's not easy to get there. Owning your story as we find out in this podcast... that's a big piece! TFR 's special guest is Kira Callahan: Conversation Gym We talk about: 👉 Kira shares her client's turnaround to feel more confident, change perceptions. 👉3 principles of confidence to have more fulfilling professional relationships. 👉Kira's own difficult moments where she took her own confidence advice! Communicating with confidence is going to feel right. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

How can you get your Spidey Sense to tingle? It's that intuition that tells Peter Parker aka Spiderman that something is wrong. He doesn't see it. He feels it, listens to it, respects it. He doesn't dismiss it. Hmm...sounds like Mindfulness - being present in the moment and without judgement. Yup! This is not a resolution, it's small changes you can play with to: This is a short podcast with some simple ways you can get your Spidey Sense to tingle, it’s going to feel right. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

In business and in life- How are you dealing with uncertainty? Can you use the principles of Improvisation to better adapt? YES AND... moving forward when you can't predict the future. TFR 's guest Scotty Watson is here to help🙏 ⭐️Head of NYC Faculty for the improvisational theatre program at ANDTheatre Company. ⭐️Alumnus of The Second City Canadian National Touring Company. ⭐️Improv & Advanced Sketch Writing Teacher for The Second City NYC. We talk about: 👉The first thing you need to let go of. 👉3 basic principles from improv to make positive choices and be present. 👉What Scotty brought as the CMO for a 125-year-old bank! This feels right. Caution: There is some explicit language. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

How do you adapt your communication style virtually and make it FEEL different? Are you and your teams Zoomed out? When have you earned the right to 'push' your idea? TFR 's guest is here to help: David Knechtel VP Business Development Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada, Managing Director The Client Counsel. AND a Friend, Mentor! We talk about: David grew up on a family farm in Ontario, Canada and then took off! Living and working around the world helping to build companies and their people. This felt right to reconnect with David and continue my Jedi training :)) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

Time to rediscover your play. No purpose. No objective. Just the joy of being fully present in the moment. Rediscover how to tap back into your creativity. Silence your inner critic. How to make the most of 2020. We're playing with Jeff Harry helping us tap into our true selves, happier, more fulfilled-all by playing! Go for a bike ride for fun, not to lose 5lbs! This feels right! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

Obstacles don’t feel right. They don’t get easier...but you can get better. Your next obstacle might be in business, personal, or a physical feat. After 10 years of obstacle course racing, I share the parallels in life and business and will guide through the: .Beginning .During .Finish .What happens after? With adaptability, resourcefulness, discomfort, trust and courage - we'll get you across the finish line, arms up and celebrating your new found courage to get over your next obstacle. TFR Listeners THANK YOU!! And if this feels right for you and your organisation, mention "Obstacle" to get 50% off a 60-minute virtual session on overcoming obstacles. Book here for a 15-minute Zoom call. Or email joel@joelsilverstone.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

We get into the athlete's mindset with Dr. Rolf Wagschal- Mental Performance Consultant. Dr. Rolf Wagshal has worked with every type of athlete at the college & professional level and supporting the Canadian Olympic and Paralympic athletes. In this podcast, he shares his expertise for helping build people and team cultures in ways that foster optimism, self-awareness, and a growth mindset. This episode is going to feel right for your next move, Olympian or not. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

Season 3 Premiere With special guest: Michael Varga @vargacooks 👉Master Chef Finalist 👉Chopped Canada Winner 👉Firefighter We do something a little different here for the podcast. Michael and I go for a physical distance walk and not just 6 feet, we are 4,340 KMS apart! Michael shares his journey from ‘hot pockets’ cuisine to being inspired by family kitchen memories and becoming a Master Chef. We also talk about: -What it takes to for teamwork and openness in the firehall. -The role vulnerability has played in his decisions. -Battling anxiety -and Nana's Falafel Ping Pong! A great conversation that you won’t want to miss. It's going to feel right! A little more about our guest Michael Varga: His Hungarian father, a self- taught chef, laid the groundwork for Michael’s personal approach to cooking. His father’s motto, “When it tastes good, its ready,” continues to inspire Michael ’s culinary creativity. Michael’s mother, a native of Egypt, introduced him to the spice profiles of the Medi

Public speaking is hard. It doesn't have to be. Yes you can get better, feel more confident and shift your focus from yourself to your audience, and connect. This week's guest on TFR, Master Talk Presenter ⭐️ Brenden Kurmarasamy ⭐️ Master Talk Brenden brings his perspective and a mindset that is actionable, straightforward, and easy to put into action. I liked his 'random word' exercise ( GOLD!) and of course the idea of successive practice to focus on the emotion of the speech and trust the content. If you are looking to feel inspired to deliver your next talk, meeting, or lead a virtual session, this episode is going to feel right. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

"Lights, Camera, Action!" It's time to get your new headshot? Stressed? Yep! Getting your professional headshot can feel like going to the dentist. This week's very special guest on TFR, Professional Headshot Photographer ⭐️ Jonathan Ellul ⭐️ www.jephoto.ca Jonathan ( 'Jonny') shares how he uses his communication skills to influence his clients in bringing out the best in themselves. Jonny brings his insights as a professional actor, being on the other side of the camera to the forefront. We discuss how to soften the self-talk, connect to the emotions and our subconscious- basically how Jonny helps his clients let go of trying to be in control and trust him. Bonus: It has a lot to do with our eyebrows, eyes, and mouth!☺️ If you are looking to feel more comfortable for your next photoshoot and learn how Jonny influences others to be at their best...this episode is going to feel right. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

"I want to be the hero of my presentation!" Yes, you can be the next Virtual Training Hero. Your mission is to create engaging, interactive, and maybe even inspiring sessions. There are no boring topics, find the confidence and courage of how you can bring JOY to your next presentation. This week's very special guest on TFR, Master Virtual Trainer ⭐️ Kassy Laborie ⭐️ LinkedIn Kassy is such a dynamic presenter and person, it was so much fun to hear her share her tips, tricks and knowledge that is simple and actionable. If you are looking to feel inspired to deliver your next talk, meeting, or lead a virtual session, this episode is going to feel right. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

TFR's ** Guest-Stars**: Cait and Natascha share with us their experience and passion for authenticity and influencing others to rise above their own expectations and limits. CEO Cait Scudder (caitscudder.com) TedX speaker and business coach discusses how she influences, inspires and challenges us ("mindset!") to take risks and step into our own power. CEO Natascha Schijven of Pinwheel (pinwheelco.com) and former Partner/ VP at Deloitte and A.T Kearney discusses authenticity and the fulfillment of truly helping another human out as a consultant. ("It shouldn't be clinical!"). We also discuss building our awareness around unconscious bias to build trust. If you want to influence other's behaviors, ideas and actions, this episode is going to feel right. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

Do you understand your behaviors, your motivations, your thinking, your values?Imagine you can. You are aware of your behavior patterns and feeling in control of your personal and professional relationships. You are able to adapt and therefore able to influence others- because you are also aware of their behavioral needs. It's called Behavioral Intelligence. Are you Fire? Air? Water? or Earth? And once you know, use that to make stronger choices in your life, business and relationships. This week's special guest on TFR, CEO of Coeus Creative Group ⭐️Jay Johnson⭐️ TEDx Speaker "How to Deal with Difficult People" viewed by over 1.5 million. Jay Johnson is an internationally renowned speaker and master trainer specializing in behavior and organizational development. Presented in 20 countries across 4 continents, empowering audiences with a unique perspective on behavior, communication, and leadership Jay believed he was going to the NHL as a fiery defensemen and then at 17, left the ice a

ENCORE PODCAST She's back because we lover her and this episode is so helpful-the amazing ⭐️Carol Lempert⭐️ discussing the mindset and tips from her talk: "Turn Stage Fright Into Stage Might" Influencing others to get your message across starts with... YOU! Whether you are presenting virtually, a meeting, sales call or on stage. Are you spotlight moment ready? Is anxiety getting in your way to speak up or communicate effectively? Public speaking is a cause of anxiety for most people ( #1 fear, #2 is death!). Whether you are presenting to thousands or just one person, your audience wants you to do well and often we forget that. In this episode Carol shares: Carol Lempert is a Virtual Speaker, Learning Designer & Facilitator: Expert in Storytelling, Presentation Skills & Executive TelePresence For more go to https://www.carollempert.com/ If you want to influence others, feel more confident and build the courage to present and share your ideas, this episode is going to feel rig

"Knowing me, Knowing you, uh-huh, There is nothing we can do" ABBA Well, there is something YOU can do and it's called Motivation Capability. What motivates you? What doesn't? And what you can do about it! This week's special guest on TFR , one of our favourites ⭐️Shakeel Bharmal⭐️ Ocean Blue StrategicA coaching and consulting firm focused on improving the competency, character and confidence of leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals and their teams as they navigate the challenges and opportunities of disruption (timely!) Ivey Academy Coaching NetworkThe Summit GroupAga Khan Foundation Canada If you are looking to feel more in control of your choices, this episode is going to feel right. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

"Use your voice to help those that don't have a voice, a voice for the greater good... and anybody can do this" Whether you're speaking on a stage or speaking to one. Knowing how and why to use your voice can create change. This week's guest on TFR : ⭐️Hassan Wadi⭐️ wadispeaks.com Human Concern International Hassan Wadi wanted to get out of his comfort zone, seeking to find his purpose with practice, failures, and effort he becomes a speaker. He starts doing videos in his backyard to raise money for charity ...fast forward- he becomes an ambassador and spokesperson for Human Concern International raising hundreds of thousands of dollars helping those in need. If you're looking to connect your voice with purpose and maybe be inspired, this episode is going to feel right. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

You know this is important. You know its more than listening. You want to say something, support change but... your self talk gets in the way. How do you start? #Blacklivesmatter is a pivotal moment in our lives, we can be better. We need to be better. In this podcast I share a quick communication tip to start getting to dialogue of trust and mutual respect. If you have questions, comments, thoughts- share them. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

How do communication skills lead to better collaboration and engagement with colleagues and clients? The basics of communication: It’s not a failure, this is your clue to shift your communication style (rate of speech, style of thought, tone of voice, choice of words…) The responsibility is on you as a communicator. One of the traps we fall into is we unconsciously ask others to be ‘mind readers’. And when our expectations are not met or understood, we get frustrated, disappointed. If you're looking for better collaboration and engagment , this episode is going to feel right. ⭐️ For This Feels Right Listeners ⭐️ “Better Communication, Better Collaboration” our new interactive Virtual 60-90 Minute Session for organisations. Get 50% off by using code "TFR" For more and to register: htttp://joelsilverstone.com/virtual session --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message

Can you balance vulnerability and humour? Now more then ever If you want to influence others and really connect, this is it! Nobody will remember your 10 step process, they will remember your story (and how you made them feel!) Good news, we've got the extraordinary ⭐️Joanne O'Sullivan⭐️on the TFR Podcast this week. Television Comedy writer, Stand up comedy performer, Winner of Writer's Guild of Canada and Canadian Comedy Award nominee, Executive trainer and learning designer for Fortune 500 companies. Joanne recently performed her one woman show "She Grew Funny" tells the touching, true and funny story of how Joanne’s life changed the moment her daughter turned 6, the same age she was when her own mother died. Sending Joanne on a journey to answer the question she’s seen reflected everybody’s gaze ever since, “What happens to you if you lose your mom at 6?” You can watch it here: https://www.facebook.com/joanne.osullivan.520/videos/10163945660285727 For more on Joanne https://w

Turning points in our conversations are critical. But we often miss them. The clues and cues are more subtle than we imagine. When this key moment to influence, to connect with another is ignored- the conversation escalates, goes to silence or trust is broken. We're not ready, we're not being in the moment. We are thinking of the future or stuck in the past. If we want to influence others, we need to build or awareness- our radar- to shift these pivotal moments. ⭐️Joel Silverstone⭐️ Communications specialist and our host will guide us to stop blaming others and start taking ownership of turning points. www.joelsilverstone.com If you're looking to have stronger and more meaningful conversations, this episode is going to feel right. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisfeelsright/message