Motivational Mondays: Conversations with Leaders

Robin Arzón is a two-time New York Times Bestselling author of Shut Up And Run and Strong Mama. She’s also VP of fitness programming and head instructor at Peloton. She believes that sweat can transform one's life and her story is living proof of that. (https://amzn.to/40J1iTz), (https://amzn.to/3XmVaxz)Robin was working 80-hour weeks as a corporate litigator in New York City. She thought she’d landed her dream job but she’d count down the minutes until she could move. She lived for running so she spent two years hatching a plan to monetize her love for fitness.She documented her running journey on Twitter, Instagram, and a blog where she found an entire subculture of runners. Two weeks before the London Olympics, she quit her job and moved to the UK. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, she shares how this relocation changed her life and the inspiration for her newest book, Strong Baby. (https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/robin-arzon/strong-baby/9780316493826/?lens=little-brown-books-for-young-readers/LEARN MORE:>> Pre-order Robin’s newest book, Strong Baby (https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/robin-arzon/strong-baby/9780316493826/?lens=little-brown-books-for-young-readers/)>> Join Robin’s lifestyle membership club, Swagger Society (https://www.swaggersociety.io)>> Learn more about Robin at robinarzon.com (http://www.robinarzon.com) >> Connect with Robin on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Facebook, and Youtube (https://www.instagram.com/robinnyc), (https://twitter.com/RobinNYC), (https://www.tiktok.com/@robinarzon), (https://www.facebook.com/robin.arzon), (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0p_f7Xxx73SO4pyDkNnfeQ) NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:>> Listen to the bonus episode to learn how to silence voices of doubt in your head and why Robin was determined to define her own finish line. (https://thens.ls/40KQsfS)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop

How does one ancient practice help heal racial wounds, reduce chronic stress, and help you get a raise? In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Zee Clarke teaches us the power of mindfulness and breathwork, and how to use these practices to improve overall well-being.A Harvard MBA who used to lead Fortune 500 teams and Silicon Valley startups, Zee left corporate life and traveled to India where she trained in traditional techniques of breathwork and more. She now works with people of color to help them manage the chronic stress of modern life as well as the myriad health conditions that can result. She is also the author of Black People Breathe: A Mindfulness Guide to Racial Healing. (https://amzn.to/3HMCZNc)In this week’s episode, you’ll learn what breathwork and mindfulness are and how to use specific breathing exercises to feel better, reduce stress, and even ask for a raise.LEARN MORE:>> Connect with Zee on YouTube, Instagram and LinkedIn (https://www.youtube.com/@zeeclarkebreathes), (https://www.instagram.com/zeeclarkebreathes), (https://www.linkedin.com/in/zhalisa-zee-clarke-5381352)>> Buy Zee’s book, Black People Breathe (https://amzn.to/3HMCZNc)NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:>> Listen to the bonus episode to learn how to use big dreams and visualization in connection with goal-setting techniques, and why gratitude is a powerful practice. (https://thens.ls/3YeWjrF)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop

Dr. Adolph "Doc" Brown is a clinical psychologist, master teacher, mental health keynote speaker, and founder/president/CEO of The Business & Education Leadership Authority. He's also the co-host of the new ABC series, The Parent Test. (https://abc.com/shows/the-parent-test)He strives to help people get to the root of their unconscious bias and change how they see the world. He says it all begins with understanding the brain, which is designed so you don't have to actively think to survive.The brain plays a game where it tries to match things together. Once it believes it's done so, it stores that data to help us predict the future. The problem is that your brain will match information that is only sometimes accurate. That’s how implicit bias starts.In this week’s episode, you’ll learn how to combat implicit bias, the importance of taking responsibility for your words and actions, and how to identify genuine empathy for yourself and others.LEARN MORE:>> Learn more about Dr. Brown on his website (https://www.docspeaks.com)>> Connect with Dr. Brown on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube (https://www.instagram.com/adolphbrown), (https://twitter.com/docspeaks), (https://www.facebook.com/docspeaks), (https://www.youtube.com/user/docsfriend)NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:>> Listen to the bonus episode to learn what Dr. Brown means when he says, “We’re only as sick as our secrets,” and why inclusive conversations create teachable moments for everyone. (https://thens.ls/3kopRod)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop

Magalie René is a confidence and compassion expert, executive coach, CEO of Workplace Catalyst, and host of The “C” Word. She empowers organizations, executives, and entrepreneurs to become compassionate leaders who are emotionally intelligent. Sometimes the smallest act of compassion is life-changing. How we engage in the world can make all the difference. The best part is that we get to choose to walk in compassion. Magalie emphasizes that everyone is a leader but we have to choose what type of leader we will be. How will you lead?Listen to this episode to learn about emotional intelligence, how to have difficult conversations with others, and the importance of developing compassionate leadership in the workplace.LEARN MORE:>> Visit Magalie’s website (https://magalierene.com)>> Connect with Magalie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube (https://www.linkedin.com/in/magalierene), (https://www.facebook.com/MagalieReneDesigningLife), (https://www.instagram.com/magalie_rene), (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIspAFA_ZiGSwTJiHB2sn3w)NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:>> Listen to the bonus episode to learn the role accountability plays in successful leadership and why it’s better to ask permission before giving your opinion. (https://thens.ls/3iCDjEs)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop

Lee Cockerell is the former Executive Vice President of Operations for the Walt Disney World Resort and author of Creating Magic: 10 Common Sense Leadership Strategies from a Life at Disney. (https://amzn.to/3jYBdPy)Lee was responsible for 20 resort hotels, four theme parks, two water parks, shopping and entertainment, and the ESPN Sports & Recreation Complex. How did he handle such tremendous responsibility? He believes the key to his success was picking the right people to run the business. He hired experts and trusted them to successfully do their jobs, and that made all the difference.  In this week’s episode you’ll learn how to create the culture you want, the importance of cultivating meaningful and productive relationships, and how inclusion makes an impact in the workplace.LEARN MORE:>> Visit Lee's website (https://www.leecockerell.com)>> Connect with Lee on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn (https://twitter.com/leecockerell), (https://www.facebook.com/createmagic), (https://www.linkedin.com/in/leecockerell)NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:>> Listen to the bonus episode to learn why you’re not defined by mistakes of the past and the importance of keeping your life under control. (https://thens.ls/3IwP9KQ)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop

Milan Kordestani defies any negative stereotypes of Gen Z. He's a three-time business founder, brand builder, writer, and CEO of Audo. As a social architect, he's built companies that provide active solutions for the future of learning and earning, promoting civil discourse, and supporting independent artists. There's a mistaken belief that Gen Z wants to "burn everything down." The reality is that they want to build things up for future leaders in a changing world. There's a fear that established systems are being questioned by a generation that might not know enough to question it. Milan believes that Gen Z will become successful because they recognize that today's world is far different than before.On this week’s episode of Motivational Mondays, you’ll learn how a pet turtle sparked Milan's entrepreneurial journey, more about Audo, and why a gap year can be beneficial for students.LEARN MORE:>> Learn more about Milan at milankordestani.com (https://www.milankordestani.com)>> Follow Milan on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn (https://www.instagram.com/milankordestani), (https://twitter.com/milankordestani), (https://www.linkedin.com/in/milan-kordestani-b029a68a)>> Learn more about Audo and follow on Instagram and TikTok (https://audo.com), (https://www.instagram.com/meetaudo), (https://www.tiktok.com/@meetaudo)NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:>> Listen to the bonus episode to learn why Milan is focused on AI technology and how he wants to use it for positive change. (https://thens.ls/3PLZowq)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop

Alan Stein Jr. is an experienced keynote speaker, author, and performance coach. He’s passionate about helping people change their behaviors and has worked for 15 years with high-performing athletes like Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, and Kobe Bryant. Alan’s coaching helped them maximize their performance by showing them how to embrace adaptability and maintain a growth mindset.Alan teaches that great leaders are adaptable. They don’t allow the outer world to dictate their inner world. You can’t allow circumstances, events, and what people say dictate your mindset, attitude, and how you show up. It’s your job to be adaptive to take what the world throws at you and persevere.If a minor annoyance like being stuck in traffic derails your day, you’ll struggle when life throws the big stuff at you. Alan advises his clients at every level to accept the things they cannot change and focus on the things that they can.This week you’ll learn how to adjust your mindset to achieve high performance, the difference between who we are and what we do, and the importance of being adaptable in times of adversity.LEARN MORE:>> Visit Alan's website (https://strongerteam.com/sustainyourgame)>> Connect with Alan on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram (https://www.facebook.com/AlanLSteinJr),(https://twitter.com/AlanSteinJr), (https://www.instagram.com/alansteinjr)NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:>> Listen to the bonus episode to learn why we should try to positively impact as many people as we can and why leadership will never go out of style. (https://thens.ls/3YmBQCa)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop

Everyone has a story, and it’s our distinct honor to provide a platform where a range of guests can share theirs with the NSLS community. Throughout the year, we’ve heard great tales of inspiration, encouragement, and tenacity.In this special episode of Motivational Mondays, we’re sharing clips from our top episodes of 2022. From real estate mogul Stephanie Shojaee to Broadway star Bryan Terrell Clark, these leaders share what motivates them to find success and change the world.The conversations we have are uplifting, thought-provoking, and intriguing as we hear directly from those who have persevered through adversity to find success. We’ve compiled highlights from these conversations in our 2022 wrap-up episode.Here’s some of what you’ll learn:>> How to boost your communication skills>> The importance of inspiring hope through mentorship>> How to use your voice for changeLEARN MORE:>> Check out other Motivational Mondays episodes (https://www.nsls.org/resources/motivational-mondays)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop

Mitzi Short is an executive coach, speaker, co-founder and CEO of New Season Coaching & Consulting Group, and a founding member of The Band of Sisters (https://thebandofsisters.com). Mitzi is also the co-author of You Should Smile More (https://thebandofsisters.com/you-should-smile-more-the-book). The book is full of actionable advice on how we, as a collective, can fight gender bias.LEARN MORE:>> Read Mitzi’s book, You Should Smile More (https://thebandofsisters.com/you-should-smile-more-the-book)>> Connect with Mitzi on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzi-short-472a462a)>> Supplemental reading: The Other: How to Own Your Power and Work as a Woman of Color (https://amzn.to/3xqAb2u)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop

Mitzi Short is an executive coach, speaker, co-founder and CEO of New Season Coaching & Consulting Group, and a founding member of The Band of Sisters (https://thebandofsisters.com). Mitzi is also the co-author of You Should Smile More (https://thebandofsisters.com/you-should-smile-more-the-book). The book is full of actionable advice on how we, as a collective, can fight gender bias.Much research has been done on the subject but not on what to do when you come across it. Mitzi and other women feel that bystanders are responsible for speaking up if they see bias or harassment happening. She also states that men are important allies in dismantling a system where women are deemed less than equals. When you recognize that you're contributing to gender bias, the next step is taking action.In this episode you’ll learn about The Band of Sisters, why Mitzi gives actionable advice in her book, and debunking stereotypes and stigmas of women in the workplace.LEARN MORE:>> Read Mitzi’s book, You Should Smile More (https://thebandofsisters.com/you-should-smile-more-the-book)>> Connect with Mitzi on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitzi-short-472a462a)>> Supplemental reading: The Other: How to Own Your Power and Work as a Woman of Color (https://amzn.to/3xqAb2u)NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:>> Listen to the bonus episode to learn why Mitzi feel’s that we’ve made progress but still have a long way to go. (https://thens.ls/3UL46eV)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop