The Ripple Effect Podcast with Steve Harper

Life challenges us in different ways. While some seem to sail smoothly through life in a breeze, others are met by one tumultuous storm after another. Hang tight because today’s special guest for The Ripple Effect Podcast will take us on an emotional cruise through life and all its sides — the good and the ugly. After listening to her story, our special guest will restore your faith in humanity. So, who’s our awe-inspiring guest? Pam Rankel shares a deeply personal and inspiring story of overcoming tragedy, loss, and the journey to healing. Having faced unimaginable hardships, she recounts the pivotal moments of her life that turned pain into strength, transforming a story of sorrow into one of resilience. Pam Rankel has experienced things that no one in this world deserves to. She survived s**ual abuse from a doctor in an unsupervised appointment and physical abuse from a person who’s supposed to love and protect her — her husband. After freeing herself from this abusive relationship, she tried to dip her toe into the dating pool. Instead of finding the love she deserves, she experiences the anxiety-inducing feeling of being pursued by a dangerous stalker. Pam also has to endure the grief that comes with losing a son in labor and another son, Micheal, in an accident. “I’ve always wished I could have saved my own children, but I couldn’t. Maybe, though, I could save someone else’s,” Pam said. Pam Rankel saved a young man’s life by donating her healthy kidney. The donee, Cole Derry, is the same age as her surviving son, Ryan. Pam’s inspiring story was featured on several media platforms, such as the Vancouver Sun and Global News, and is in the talks for a film adaptation. After all Pam has been through, she found her way back to joy, compassion, humor, and gratitude. She is now on a quest to help others with similar experiences overcome abuse, grief, addiction, and trauma through “A Course in Miracles” life coaching. Pam is a real-life superhero, and I’m so thankful to have met her. She has inspired me in so many ways, and I strongly believe that the world deserves to hear her story. Read more about Pam Rankel's story: https://globalnews.ca/news/9382600/bc-woman-kidney-donation-stranger/ Support Pam Rankel and check out her coaching website: https://whatyoucanbecome.com/about-pam/  

Today, we are lucky to have Ben Orlando on the podcast! Ben Orlando is a Therapist, a Podcaster, an Educator, a Writer, and an incredible human being. He received his MFA in Creative Writing from Eastern Washington University and his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Pittsburgh. Using podcasts as the medium to express his creativity, Ben Orlando started a podcast called “History Repeating Itself.” In it, he and his co-host, Michelle, uncover the connections between the past and the present, making predictions based on historical patterns and cultural trends. However, he rediscovered his buried passion for baseball when he started reading fiction novels about it over the summer. Ben traveled back to the good old days of collecting baseball cards and hanging baseball posters on the walls. This led him to create another podcast called “Midnight Library of Baseball.” As a sport-thusiast, I have been binge-listening and enjoying the calm, chill vibe of his show. Whether you play baseball, are an avid fan, or have a curious itch about this sport, this is the perfect podcast for you!  In this The Ripple Effect Podcast episode, Ben and I took the plunge into the world of baseball by discussing “Field of Dreams,” a 1989 movie based on the novel Shoeless Joe by W.P. Kinsella. The story follows Ray, an Iowa farmer who builds a baseball diamond in his cornfield after hearing a voice say, “If you build it, he will come.” This leads to the emergence of legendary baseball players' ghosts to play the game. As Ben and I went deep into the “Field of Dreams” rabbit hole, we conversed about family, relationships, and the importance of connecting with your own feelings. This is something you shouldn't miss! Explore Ben Orlando’s work: Midnight Library of Baseball: https://www.midnightlibraryofbaseball.com/ History Repeating Itself: https://www.historyrepeatingitself.com/ This episode is a result of the power of Rippling with a podcast guest I eventually struck a good friendship with — Brian Benson.  If you still haven’t listened to Brian’s interview, don’t pass the opportunity this time. Give it a listen after this episode through this link:  https://youtu.be/-eqBSpEjxuo #therippleeffect #baseball #fieldofdreams #baseballfans #lifelessons #moviediscussion #emotionalstory #nostalgic #nostalgia #humanconnections #podcaster #podcastshow

We search for love in the most unusual places. When in fact, we don't have to search that far. All we need to do is to reconnect with the love that's already inside of us. Prepare for an awakening that starts from within with our special guest - Christin Collins. Christin Collins is the author of two incredible books, "Her Phoenix Rising" and "be. love." Aside from being an author, Christin Collins is a Keynote Speaker, TEDx Speaker, Philanthropist, and a Global Thought Leader.  Despite being a former healthcare executive, Christin went through a life-changing health scare that gave way to a shift in her perspective. She had a lot of realizations from this experience and is not afraid to share it with the world. Christin and I dived into the process of making her newly-released book called "be. love."  As soon as I had my hands on a copy of this book, I couldn't put it down! I loved it even more when I learned how much work and thought process had been poured into this masterpiece. I'm telling you, it has a deeper meaning than you think. Come and hop on this journey to healing, true happiness, and self-love with Christin Collins! This is Christin's second interview for The Ripple Effect podcast. If you missed the first one, here's a quick link for you: https://youtu.be/Q6EVpqLGtzs Know more about Christin and her work: https://christincollins.com/ Ripple with Christin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christincollins/ #therippleeffect #selflovejourney #selflove #belove #selfimprovement #gratitude #humanconnections #selfcare #selfhelp #innerwork #innerworkguidance

The job hunt shouldn't be the hardest part of anyone's career. Some would settle for an unfulfilling job that puts food on the table to avoid the nerve-racking job search process. How about you, my friend? Are you ready to gamble for a new career, hoping for positive changes to come? By the end of this episode, you’ll have a solid decision in mind. Our special guest, , brought a lot of insider knowledge about the hiring process and a ton of encouragement you need to hear to finally take the bull by the horns. Chloe totally gets you! She has gone through the same situation, hopping from one job to another. Years of experience made her a formidable force in the HR and Talent Acquisition field. She then utilized these experiences to pursue her burning desire to help struggling job seekers through career coaching and content creation. To date, she inspires and motivates thousands of social media followers through daily career tips, sharing tools, and more. Finding a job shouldn’t evoke anxiety and restlessness. New beginnings should bring out excitement and hopefulness.  So, buckle up! This episode will give you a lift to your desired destination. Know more about  and her amazing work: https://careercoachchloe.mykajabi.com/ Ripple with Chloe: Instagram: @careercoachchloe TikTok: @careercoachchloe  Facebook: Career Coach Chloe LinkedIn: Chloe Spillane #therippleeffect #careerdevelopment #careertalk #careergoals #humanconnections #jobhunt #jobsearch #jobsearchtips #jobsearchsuccess #jobsearchadvice #careerchoices #careerguidance #careergrowth #careers #jobinterview #jobseekers #careerchange #hr #growthmindset #grow #trendingvideo

When you doubt whatever you do and put it out there for the world to know, those doubts are self-fulfilling prophecies. Do you know why? Because there is truth in advertising. What you sell to yourself and the world, that's what they'll buy and believe. Some people call it "manifestation," and others call it the "Law of Attraction," but it all boils down to the idea that positive or negative thoughts bring positive or negative experiences into a person's life. I agree with that. Not everything is set in stone, but it influences how you act and how others perceive you. This topic is inspired by someone I know from a while back and reconnected with recently. Who would've thought that a conversation over caramel macchiato would change someone's life?  This episode is brimming with true-to-life stories that demonstrate the power of your thoughts and words. Watch out for these stories! I won't go into too much detail here. Relax, grab a cup of coffee, and listen to the full episode. I still can't believe we're now on the 9th season of The Ripple Effect Podcast. Whether you're new to this channel or a proud Rippler since day one, I can't thank you enough for being here. This is not false advertising! I truly am grateful. If you haven't already, please subscribe, leave a like, or comment. Ripple with me! Instagram: http://instagram.com/rippleon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rippleon X: https://twitter.com/rippleon Website: http://www.ripplecentral.com Join our ever-growing community of Ripplers in The Pond: https://ripplecentral.com/pond To inquire about my availability for conference keynotes, corporate training, or performance coaching, please contact info@ripplecentral.com #therippleeffect #selfhelp #selfmotivation #connectionexpert #successcoach #successfulmindset #goalsetters #lawofattraction #manifest

Our special guest today will make you rethink what women can do and achieve in a male-dominated field, specifically in the construction space. She will surely hook you with her witty responses, empower you with her strong personality, and inspire you with her relatable story. Ladies and gentlement, meet Maggie Kuyper, the co-founder of Harpeth Painting LLC, a construction business in Nashville, Tennessee. It hasn’t been an easy climb to success. While significant progress has been made over the past few decades, women continue to face challenges that hinder their full participation. Maggie unapologetically unveils the truth about unfair stereotypes and the adversities women face in male-centered industries. Maggie had been an educator for ten years before bravely venturing into the world of business with her husband and their hard-earned savings. We got the opportunity to listen to Maggie’s story today because she was connected to me by her dad, Dr. Jeff Cornwall. He is an entrepreneurial mastermind and passionate educator. In case you didn’t know, I also got to interview Jeff in a recent Inspired Speaker Series video in The Pond. It was a conversation filled with wisdom about the ins and outs of the business field. He let that entrepreneurial mind shine through!  For women out there who are having second thoughts about bringing their business ideas to life, this episode will give you the empowerment that you need. This series is presented by Ripple Central (www.ripplecentral.com) and Owner Insite (www.owner-insite.com).

When there are too many tabs or applications opened, a computer tends to hang. Just like computers, your brain experiences the same thing. Cognitive overload or info paralysis happens when you take in too much information than your brain can handle. In today’s media circus, your brain works double-time to separate what’s important from unimportant, the facts from fiction. Fake news runs rampant in social media, especially now that the elections are dwindling. It would help to be extra vigilant about the information you see and believe in. You need to be aware of suspicious accounts spreading misinformation and trolling. You should seek facts from reliable sources only.  We are all in luck because today, we have Chuck Salter, the President and CEO at The News Literacy Project as our special guest for The Ripple Effect Podcast! The News Literacy Project or NLP is a non-profit organization founded in 2008 that aims to teach media literacy to the next generation, so they can go out into the world as well-informed, critical thinkers. The NLP not only helps students but also educators.  With years of experience working in the education sector and fighting for a future founded on facts, Chuck Salter touched on various important topics about disinformation and news literacy. Growing up in a family with a military background, his parents instilled the sense of being of service to people. Chuck took those values as he grew up and made it his life’s mission to combat the spread of fake and biased information. A special thanks to Lorenza Muñoz for this Ripple! I really enjoyed this interview and conversation. I’m talking to an EXPERT here! I’m looking forward to more positive Ripples in the future. Lorenza Muñoz has been a guest speaker on The Ripple Effect Podcast a few months ago, and that episode was amazing! If you still haven’t watched it, it’s time: https://youtu.be/Ui19m7oTEqM  __________________________________________________ Check out The News Literacy Project and Ripple with Chuck Salter: Website: https://newslit.org/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/charlessalter #therippleeffect #newsconsumption #media #fakenewsmedia #fakenews #factsvsfiction #beinformed #medialiteracy #socialmedia #newstatus #election2024

It took much longer than I expected, but we FINALLY have Brian Massey as our special guest after nine seasons of The Ripple Effect Podcast.  This man right here is the reason why I got into podcasting. There is no The Ripple Effect Podcast if Brian hasn't injected this tiny idea into my brain. I said it in the interview and will repeat it as I type this. Brian has always been that guy who's ahead of his time. Back when podcasting wasn't as popular as it is today, Brian told me it would be the next big thing. Turns out he's right. Seriously, I think he is Nostradamus reincarnated! Piecing together his Computer Programming roots and his Marketing experience, Brian Massey, a.k.a. The Conversion Scientist, started a consulting company– Conversion Sciences. Practicing the science of data analytics, lead generation, email marketing, and web conversion optimization, Brian and his team help businesses grow by turning traffic into sales. Aside from being the "guy in the lab coat," Brian Massey is also the Author of "Your Customer Creation Equation," a book about the five online formulas for achieving results from high-performing websites. This book will help aspiring Digital Marketers and Entrepreneurs out there! Be sure to listen to the full podcast episode to get a grasp of transforming data into insights to help your clients or your business. Learn more about the nitty-gritty of Brian Massey's work by visiting www.conversionsciences.com or through LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/conversion-sciences/. If you liked this episode, please take a second to hit that subscribe/follow button or give this podcast a five-star review. It will help a lot in creating more content like this for you! As always, stay awesome and Ripple On!!!  

In this episode of The Ripple Effect Podcast, Steve dives into the importance of embracing imperfection and understanding that sometimes, "good enough" is exactly what you need to make progress. We often get caught up in the pursuit of perfection, letting fear of not being flawless hold us back. But Steve reminds us that waiting for everything to be perfect can stall our momentum. Instead, focusing on making steady progress, even when things aren’t perfect, can create powerful ripples in your life and the lives of others. Remember, it's not about getting everything right; it's about moving forward.    #progressnotperfection #goodenough #procrastination #focusonwhatmatters

There are days when you can’t help but feel inexplicably unmotivated like you’re stuck in a cycle of rotten moods. Have you paused and taken a second to look around? It’s probably your home. It has been proven that what you surround yourself with directly affects your mental health. Research says on average, Americans spend 90% of their time indoors. If your home is cluttered, so is your headspace. Our minds are taken over by diversions, further shortening our attention span. These affect how we mindfully connect with the people who matter. We got to do something about it. Today, we will talk about decluttering your home and mind with the most badass coach I’ve ever met– Jennifer Vazquez. This episode is informational yet fun because of Jennifer’s personality. I can’t stop laughing for half the episode! I’m sure you will enjoy it as much as I did. This will wipe out your worries! Jennifer Vazquez, aka JV The Coach, is a mindset coach who specializes in improving overall well-being by decluttering and organizing. She helps her clients get unstuck and gives them their much-needed starting point. Jennifer has a unique approach to coaching– a 4-step process that will get you from “Breakdown to Breakthrough.” Jennifer dives deeper into her humble start, coaching experiences, strategies, and more. Make sure you listen until the end! Ripple with Jennifer through her social media and websites: Instagram: @jvthecoach LinkedIn: Jennifer Vazquez (Decluttering, Organizing & Mindset Coaching) YouTube: @jennifervazquezmusic Website: jvthecoach.com