Productive Joy Stay Curious, Unlock Your Goals With Wonder and Joy with Lauren Kwedar Cockerell
Today on Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes strategic PR partner Lauren Kwedar Cockerell. Lauren shares incredible insights on living authentically and offers actionable advice on personal and professional growth.
They explore the nuances between PR and marketing, discuss the importance of having core values in business, and the concept of 'people first' management. From juggling entrepreneurship and parenting to learning from the pandemic, Lauren's experiences are a source of inspiration.
Dr. Christie McMullen is a best-selling author and 24-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.
With a master's and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between.
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Episode Highlights:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:15 Lauren's Background and Journey
02:59 Entrepreneurial Insights and Early Experiences
04:53 Empathy and Personal Growth
07:48 PR vs. Marketing Explained
10:04 Core Values and Team Building
14:37 Navigating Challenges and Pandemic Experiences
17:00 Overcoming Challenges and Self-Motivation
17:21 Balancing Family and Work During the Pandemic
17:51 Introduction to People First Management
19:07 Team Retreat and Future Goals
19:56 Leading with Trust and Boundaries
20:52 Encouraging Creativity and Healthy Conflict
23:03 Scaling and Delegating Responsibilities
24:29 Defining Fun and Authenticity at Work
29:50 Core Values and Company Culture
31:04 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
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