Productive Joy

In this Productive Joy recap episode, Dr. Christie dives into the inspiring stories of two exceptional women. Melissa Aarskaug, a gaming industry engineer and podcast creator, and Michelle Hensley, who started a major gift-wrapping company after personal tragedy. Dr. Christie encourages listeners to rethink how they spend their time, embrace new opportunities at any age, and turn their passions into action. She challenges viewers to audit their time, focus on what they love, and transform fun activities into meaningful actions.Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction to Productive Joy00:17 Meet Melissa Aarskaug: Engineering Graduate and Podcaster00:39 Michelle Hensley: Rising from the Ashes01:23 Life is an Ongoing Journey01:35 Personal Stories of Reinvention03:06 The Importance of Enjoying What You Do03:38 Spending Time Wisely05:11 Turning Fun into Action06:07 Final Thoughts and Challenge

Join us as Dr. Christie has a powerful conversation with Michelle Hensley and she shares her inspiring story of resilience and success. From becoming a widow in 2014 to founding a mobile gift-wrapping empire, Michelle’s journey showcases the power of faith, tenacity, and creativity.Learn how she turned personal adversity into a thriving business wrapping gifts for high-profile clients like the Kardashians and the White House. She and Dr. Christie give practical advice for pursuing your dreams, the importance of daily choices, and how to sustain motivation. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to transform their challenges into opportunities.Find more about MichelleListen to Michelle’s podcastEpisode Highlights:00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:28 Meet Michelle Hensley01:39 Michelle's Journey Through Adversity04:38 Starting a New Career06:21 Building a Niche Business07:42 Celebrity Clients and Business Growth11:16 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs13:21 Overcoming Challenges and Finding Success17:03 Sharing Your Story of Success17:25 Defining Productive Joy17:57 Choosing Joy Daily19:59 Exciting Business Ventures21:13 Honoring Faith and Hard Work24:59 The Art of Mobile Gift Wrapping28:30 Rapid Fire Questions30:23 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Today on Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Melissa Aarskaug to discuss her diverse roles, including VP in the gaming industry, podcaster, and master networker. Melissa shares her unique path through engineering, leadership insights, and the importance of authentic growth and resilience. She gives real life advice on how to transform challenges into opportunities, she emphasizes the importance of starting each day with self-care and fostering an environment where team members can thrive. Tune in for practical advice on embracing mistakes, cultivating joy, and leading with authenticity.Connect with MelissaEpisode Highlights:00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:28 Melissa's Background and Education03:45 Career Journey and Current Role04:59 Balancing Personal and Professional Life07:14 Leadership and Personal Growth13:12 Creating Productive Joy17:20 Challenges and Overcoming Bias21:42 Podcast and Final Thoughts25:10 Rapid Fire Questions

On this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie features inspiring stories from Vicki Gold and Laura Patac, and how both women have embraced their unique talents and turned them into powerful forces in their lives. She also introduces Intentionality Group, a business aimed at making work enjoyable by equipping people to excel in their roles. She emphasizes the importance of small, consistent steps in achieving lasting change and encourages listeners to apply these insights in their daily lives.Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction to Productive Joy00:19 Guest Highlights: Vicki Gold and Laura Patac01:29 The Power of Small Steps01:58 Introducing Intentionality Group04:15 Effective Learning and Presentation Techniques05:11 Conclusion⁠Dr. Christie McMullen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a best-selling author and 25-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.

Thank you for joining us here on Productive Joy! Today Dr. Christie introduces Vicki Gold, an 80-year-old physical therapy veteran and author. Vicki shares her ABCs of wellness: Align, Breathe, and Center, rooted in yoga, Tai Chi, and other mind-body practices. She emphasizes the power of proper posture, conscious breathing, and the importance of mental and physical alignment. Discover tips for improving strength and balance, reducing stress, and achieving optimal functionality. Learn how Vicki's methods can transform your life at any age.Find more about Vicki Gold⁠Dr. Christie McMullen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a best-selling author and 25-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.Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:22 Meet Vicki Gold: A 50-Year Veteran in Physical Therapy01:34 The ABCs of Mind-Body System03:25 Vicki's Journey and Teaching Philosophy05:53 The Importance of Alignment12:49 Conscious Breathing Techniques17:01 Centering: Mind and Body Working Together22:54 Rapid Fire Questions and Conclusion

In this engaging episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Laura Patac, a Dubai-based author and avid traveler from Europe. Laura shares her inspiring origin story, revealing how her journaling transformed into poetry and eventually led to a book titled 'Stories With Purpose.' They delve into the power of introspection, storytelling, and recognizing one's unique talents. Laura discusses the importance of creating a support model in corporate America and emphasizes the significance of understanding individual strengths. Episode Highlights00:00 Introduction and Guest 00:36 Meet Laura: Author, Surfer, and Globe Trotter01:30 The Power of Origin Stories05:54 Laura's Origin Story: From Journaling to Poetry10:08 Corporate America and the Power of Storytelling14:06 COVID-19 and Rediscovering Writing19:03 Defining Productive Joy24:36 Rapid Fire Questions26:54 Final Thoughts and TakeawaysDr. Christie McMullen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a best-selling author and 25-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.

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie discusses insights from this week’s guests, Sara Stibitz and Molly Smith on finding purpose and healing. She emphasizes the importance of positive company culture and how the Intentionality Group can help enhance business success by focusing on employee happiness and effective training. She  explains the measurable benefits of a positive workplace environment, including reduced turnover costs and increased productivity. LIsten and learn how to transform your organization and tap into spectacular results.Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction and Weekly Recap00:10 Spotlight on Sarah and Molly01:03 The Importance of Company Culture02:43 Measuring Success and Happiness04:29 Effective Training and Adult Learning06:19 Call to Action and ConclusionDr. Christie McMullen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a best-selling author and 25-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.

On today’s episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie talks with Molly Smith, a health coach, author, and emotion code practitioner. Molly shares her insights on overcoming external validation, finding purpose alignment, and releasing trapped emotions. Discover how Molly transformed her life through emotional resilience and shifting perspectives, resulting in her book 'What the Funk.' Listen to learn actionable steps for attaining a life filled with purpose and joy.Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction and Meeting Molly02:00 Molly's Journey to Success03:26 Discovering Emotion Code04:38 The Power of Emotion Code07:27 Molly's Book: What the Funk10:53 Working with Molly13:58 Exploring Productive Joy14:32 Creating Productive Joy with Clients15:52 Imposter Syndrome in the Professional World16:53 Purpose Alignment in the Workplace18:42 The Importance of Workplace Culture21:43 Personal Journey and Self-Worth24:11 Rapid Fire Questions26:09 Final Thoughts on Living a Purposeful Life

Welcome to Productive Joy! On today’s episode Dr. Christie has a conversation with author, coach, and ghostwriter Sara Stibitz as she shares her insights on transforming your hidden stories into books. Discover how Sara’s transition from a legal professional to a writer led her to guide others in their creative processes. Learn practical tips on overcoming emotional roadblocks, starting your writing process, and the impact of AI in the writing world. Be inspired and motivated to share your unique story.Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:24 Meet Sara Stibitz: Author, Coach, and Traveler02:07 Sara's Journey to Writing03:04 The Backpacking Adventure06:53 Transition to Writing and Mediation08:48 Writing on Purpose: The Book13:55 Advice for Aspiring Writers17:53 Overcoming Writing Challenges18:59 Impact of AI on Writing20:58 Using AI as a Writing Tool25:06 Defining Productive Joy28:44 Rapid Fire Questions31:20 Final Thoughts and EncouragementKeywords:Sara Stibitzauthorauthor coachghostwriterwriting processstorytellingbook writingcreativitytransformationconfidencetipsgetting startedpublishingemotional journeycatharsistraumahealingnon-linear writingflowinspirationmotivationpermissionsupportintentionlegacyOneNoteorganizationchaptersstructureAIChatGPTtechnologywriting toolseditingtransitionsfeedbacklearning curveprofessional writingfreelancearticlesmemoirself-discoverytravelBrazilmediationleadershipcoachingguidanceAmazonWriting on Purposewebsitemotivation emailplaylistmusicfunauthenticity

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie shares insights from Dr. Sylvia Rohde-Liebenau and Dr. Benah Parker on redefining productivity and embracing challenges with a positive outlook. She explains why attitude can make all the difference in overcoming perceived difficulties and discusses the impact of mindset and how to transform everyday tasks into joyous accomplishments.Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction and Weekly Recap00:24 Guest Highlights: Dr. Sylvia Rohde-Liebenau01:18 Guest Highlights: Dr. Benah Parker02:02 The Power of Perception04:13 Embracing New Challenges04:54 The FFT Concept06:13 Daily Opportunities for Productive Joy