"How can we transform something obsolete into something new that honors the past and brings innovation and joy?"
-Ana Melikian
In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, takes us on an intriguing journey through the streets of London, where she discovers a reinvented red telephone booth that serves as an inspiring metaphor for innovation and adaptability.
Ana emphasizes the significance of transforming the obsolete into something meaningful and useful in today's fast-paced world. Leveraging the experience of the red telephone booth turned coffee stand, she delves into the broader implications of change and creativity, urging listeners to rethink and repurpose old beliefs and objects.
She shares her thoughts on how this transformation process mirrors our own ability to adapt, innovate, and find new opportunities. Ana shares her PIE Method exercise—Pause, Increase Self-Awareness, and Embrace Experimentation—highlighting its potential to foster continuous growth and a resilient mindset.
Ana concludes by inviting listeners to challenge themselves to find new ways to thrive amidst change and to share this insightful episode with others who might benefit from it.
Let's dive in!
This week on The Mindset Zone:
00:07 Introduction and Welcome
01:12 The Story of the Red Telephone Booth
02:07 Discovering the Innovative Coffee Stand
03:33 Reflecting on the Power of Transformation
05:06 Applying the Concept to Our Own Lives
07:10 Introduction to the PIE Method Exercise
08:16 Final Thoughts and Invitation to Share
Meet Your Host:
Ana Melikian, Ph.D., advises leaders on how to amplify impact while avoiding burnout. She is passionate about teaching others how to unlock their human potential using simple and powerful approaches such as her P.I.E. method.
𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭?
Set a time to speak with Ana HERE and learn about your (or your team's) burnout risk and how to enhance well-being, effectiveness, and teamwork!
Connect with:
Ana on LinkedIn
Resources:
BOOK: MINDSET ZONE: Actualize Your Human Potential
Ana's Musings on Medium.com
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