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Greatness Podcast

Gretchen Gagel

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The podcast where the world's leading thinkers share their ideas about how to create greatness. Great leaders, great teams and great organizations. Why be good when you can be great!
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Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Shelter Rock

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Audio recordings, at your convenience. Nurture your spirit. Unitarian Universalism draws from the teachings of the major world religions and appeals to people from a diversity of traditions. At the core of our faith are a set of principles that reflect values, rather than dogma. Our religious beliefs vary. For both the heart and the mind, Shelter Rock offers engaging worship, religious education, opportunities for social action, a breadth of extraordinary music, and a community of caring, cu ...
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KATHRYN FOR REAL!

Kathryn Gordon

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I'm Kathryn Gordon and your Host of the Kathryn For Real podcast. I decided to create this podcast after so many readers of my book "Relationship Grit" commented on how refreshingly real it was. You see I'm a mother, a wife, an entrepreneur, and a best selling author, but what I'm most known for in my circles is my unwavering ability to call it as I see it and ask the tough questions. So In this podcast you will hear amazing authentic stories, learn valuable lessons, and discover some of my ...
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How do we attract more women into construction, and specifically into the trades? And keep them? Jennifer Wilkerson, Vice President of Innovations and Advancements for the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) joined the Greatness Podcast to share the results of a recent research, In Her Own Words: Improving Project Outcom…
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Is your organization developing an AI strategy? If not, you should be. Dr. Sarah Buchner, Founder and CEO of Trunk Tools, started out working in the trades in construction, and now is driving artificial intelligence (AI) innovation and practical implementation. It's mind bending for me to think about how millions of pages of construction documents …
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I admire people who consider themselves to be "servant leaders", and John Foong, Chief Commercial Officer of Domain and former Google executive, exemplifies this concept. John recently joined the Greatness Podcast to share his leadership experiences including his passion for unleashing the best in others and leading the change necessary to enable l…
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Long-time friend and amazing author/speaker Gabrielle Dolan, "Ral", and her amazing podcast partner, executive coach and Director Jac Phillips, started their podcast, "Keeping it Real with Jac and Ral', to share their incredible insights out into the world. They describe it as a "live free coaching session" and I agree, fabulous insights into topic…
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Imagine discovering that the key to understanding people's true intentions lies in their facial features. Now, picture being able to decode these nonverbal cues and gain deep insight into their personalities and behaviors. What if this skill not only transformed your personal relationships but also gave you a strategic advantage in sales and negoti…
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Do you dread "networking" but believe you should be spending more time doing it? Speaker, coach, and author Deborah Grayson Riegel joined the Greatness podcast to discuss her thinking on going both "broad and deep" on relationships; and how to think strategically about the types of people you might need to connect with for both your short and long-…
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Wendy Swire, global leader, coach, author, and speaker, joined the Greatness Podcast (and created a unique page of resources for you listeners - https://swiresolutions.com/greatness/) to share her incredible insights on Brain Science and how to get the most out of your brain. This includes sleeping more which lets your brain "clean itself"; focusin…
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Have you heard these myths about personal growth and forgiveness? Myth #1: Forgiveness is a sign of weakness. Myth #2: Forgiveness means forgetting the past. Myth #3: Forgiving means letting the other person off the hook. But the truth about forgiveness is powerful and transformative. Want to know the truth? Then you won't want to miss this episode…
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I firmly believe that we have a duty as leaders to provide the people we lead with regular feedback. When I read Kim Scott's Radical Candor, her framework immediately resonated with me - the care and courage that feedback requires. Kim's associate Amy Sandler joined the Greatness Podcast to discuss the framework. Giving feedback takes time and thou…
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My special guest is Lavinia Errico! Lavinia Errico, the co-founder of Equinox, is a prominent figure in the fitness industry, renowned for her groundbreaking contributions to being one of the founders of Equinox to now starting a “movement” called MOVEJOY! Growing up in a bustling household with five siblings, Lavinia's early exposure to movement l…
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I work with hundreds of women leaders in engineering, construction, energy, and mining, and the topic of how to be confident without being arrogant comes up repeatedly. I'm so grateful to Dr. Tracy Brower for taking the time to join the Greatness Podcast to talk about the difference between confidence and arrogance, and how to own and share your su…
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So much of the time, we focus on the outside. The career, the kids, the house. But we don’t put that same focus on ourselves. Maybe you say you’ll start meal prepping this weekend or you’ll start doing that yoga class. Only to find that “more important” things come up. You need to make self care Non Negotiable. Success starts with you. In this epis…
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Lisa Hinz, Founder of The Confidence Track, shares her very personal journey with imposter syndrome and how she shifted from constantly reacting to focusing upon living an intentional life. Lisa shares concrete techniques for building confidence - finding safe environments to talk about self-doubt, identifying the triggers of self-doubt, and intent…
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What are the primary differences between high-performing and low-performing teams? After decades of studying thousands of people on over 800 teams, Robert Marshall knows the answer to this question, and joined the Greatness Podcast to share his incredible insights. Top of the list - level of trust - may seem obvious, but Robert also discusses the i…
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Are you viewed as a "doer" or a "strategic thinker"? Being a "doer", someone that is capable of executing with excellence, is important. Adding the ability to think strategically, being viewed as a strategic thinker by those around you, is also critical in most contexts. I loved having Brenda Steinberg, leadership consultant and executive coach, on…
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Where are all the groups and communities for females that want to build wealth!? That’s the exact question Andreea Muresan and Kara Ayala were asking themselves when they stepped into an event with only 2 women … So what did they do? They created a community of their own, called Reign & Co. They now spend their time teaching women how to build and …
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Have you ever felt betrayed? Maybe something happens with a colleague at work? Or in a personal relationship? I feel so fortunate to have met Dr. Beth Hedva, author of Betrayal, Trust, and Forgiveness, who joined the Greatness Podcast to share her wisdom on the topic. Beth talks about how we shift from "why did this happen to me?" to "how can I gro…
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Are you going to become a victim of your circumstance or a victor??? Today’s guests chose to take their circumstances and the hand they were dealt and turn it into the lives of their dreams! The Tenison Twins are my guests this week on the podcast, and whether you know it or not, I’m sure you’ve seen them before. From being on the covers of calenda…
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My good friend Suzanne Arkel is a remarkable woman who has devoted her 25 year career to driving inclusivity in large construction programs. I asked Suzanne, who identifies as African American, to rate the inclusivity of the construction industry on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high), and I appreciate her answer - "It's a two-and-a-half . . . if there …
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At what point in your life would you be willing to radically change your life and start something new? For most people, the answer wouldn’t be in their 50’s … But that’s exactly what Tresa Todd did. She left her comfortable job in the medical field (after a little nudge from her sons) after 25 years to pursue real estate wholesaling. Years later, s…
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I have a deep appreciation for people who immigrate from one country to another. I've learned, it's hard! I can't imagine doing it as a 17-year-old who doesn't speak the language. Laura Miranda joined the Greatness Podcast to share her journey from Columbia to Australia and how that led her to a two-year technical degree and to co-founding the podc…
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If you’ve ever struggled with your health but you were unsure why, then this podcast is one you’re going to want to listen to! This week I sit down with my good friend Jennifer Brower to talk about her new book, “Silent Killers,” and her struggle to get answers in her own health journey. For years Jennifer struggled with her health while doctors an…
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Women lifting up other women in the construction industry is critical to our efforts to be a more inclusive industry. As part of my journey of making new construction industry friends in Kansas City I met the amazing Erica Jones, Vice President of MMC Corporation and Founder of On The Rise. This incredible program elevates women in the construction…
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Do you find yourself constantly worrying about what other people think? Do you find that this affects your work, your life, and your overall happiness? If so, then let me tell you something: you’re not alone! This week on the Kathryn For Real podcast Jon and I are sitting down with our good friend Dr. Mike Gervais. You may have heard of the terms “…
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I strongly encourage those of you in the construction industry (all genders) to join myself and five other amazing construction industry podcasters for the free inaugural Women in Construction Week Audio Summit 2024! Join creator Barb Allen and myself for a preview of the Audio Summit on the Greatness podcast and sign up here - https://construction…
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Bill Proudman co-founded White Men as Full Diversity Partners (WMFDP) 30 years ago to work with leaders at the intersection of equity and inclusion - helping leaders be the stewards of an inclusive culture with courage, consciousness, and competency. Bill is a white man who had the courage to "follow his heart" three decades ago when he realized th…
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Every parent’s worst nightmare is something happening to their child, and that’s exactly what happened to Granger and his wife Amber in 2019 when their 4-year-old son River, drowned in a pool accident. We talk with Granger about the despair he experienced through this traumatic ordeal but also, the redemption and purpose he experienced through his …
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Making friends is hard! Keeping friendships is even harder and definitely does not get any easier the older you get! Just like any relationship, it takes a lot of time, communication and commitment. Luckily, Kathryn has the secret solution to help build and keep long lasting, meaningful relationships. Their names are Amy Weatherly and Jessica Johns…
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Have you ever experienced a man apologizing for an all-male panel at a conference? Five years ago while attending my first Australian Pipelines and Gas (APGA) Conference in Darwin I saw APGA CEO Steve Davies do just that. Steve was so proud of the fact that he had convinced many of the industry's top leaders to come to Darwin for a senior leader pa…
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Kathryn was raised Catholic, but she only attended church on Easter Sunday. Her Dad was raised in the Catholic church, went to Catholic school and was an altar boy. She doesn’t know the reasoning, but when he was raising them, religion wasn’t important, and he seemed even be turned off by it. One reason may be because Kathryn's grandmother (his mom…
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Have you ever had someone who saw more in you than you did in yourself? Or been told you're not thinking big enough, aiming high enough with your aspirations? Many people experience these feelings, including many of the women I speak with in various industries. Lisa Mednick Takami joined the Greatness Podcast to share her amazing research and assoc…
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For Kathryn's 100th episode of Kathryn For Real, she recorded her family having a family meeting. This idea came about as she is often asked for great tips on raising kids and ways to keep a family together in a world that always seems to be pulling us apart. Without a doubt, the best thing she ever did to develop a strong family was her weekly fam…
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My good friend Denise Burgess, a tremendous leader in the construction industry and recent inductee into the National Academy of Construction, joined the Greatness Podcast to talk about her 30-year journey as an African American woman in the industry. Denise candidly shares her experience of frequently being the only woman of color in the room. "Oh…
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What distinguishes a great coach from a good coach, either as a professional or as a leader coaching your team? David Goldsmith, Co-founder of the International Coaching Federation and iconic pillar of the executive coaching profession, joined the Greatness podcast to share his invaluable insights on this topic. Key nuggets - how are you, as a coac…
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Join Kathryn on this weeks podcast as she dives into a conversation on body image, true health and well-being with the mastermind behind the Lindywell app, the woman who's been turning fitness norms upside down for a whole decade. Robin Long. She isn't just a Pilates instructor; she's the Sherlock Holmes of holistic health, here to decode the myste…
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What keeps us in the game - be it life or work? We all know leaders that continue to be curious and "in the game" throughout their lives, but what is it that drives that ongoing curiosity? Dr. Pamela Meyer's latest book, Staying in the Game: Leading and Learning with Agility for a Dynamic Future explores "embodied agile leadership".. According to P…
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Kathryn grew up around water. Be it the beach or intracoastal waterway, she was always boogie-boarding, body surfing, waterskiing or just “laying out” with baby oil. As an adult, she plays tennis in the Florida sun. Her skin has taken a beating. She has sunspots to prove it. Kathryn decided to go to a Med-Spa and do a laser on her arms to remove th…
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Do you know what the number one micro-aggression against women is in the workplace? Being talked over. Believe me, I have experienced and witnessed it all too often. So what can we all do about this? How do we actively advocate for underrepresented people at work and make them feel included? Many of us understand that inclusion is important, but ho…
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Whether you’re a woman or a man that loves a woman this episode is for you. It happens once a month! An extra 5lbs in bloating, horrific cramps, sugar cravings and the worst moods ever! We will break down why this happens and how we have the power to improve a lot of these symptoms. We also talk about infertility. An issue that has become way too c…
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We spend a great deal of time helping leaders understand how to help employees trust them. But what happens when we as leaders lose trust in an employee? How do we understand the source of the breakdown of trust and the steps to repair it? As Dina Denham Smith describes in her HBR article and as a guest on the Greatness podcast, this breakdown in t…
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Oh my gosh. This is going to be a treat for you guys! Kathryn has Jenny Hutt on the show! Jenny Hutt is a prominent radio host and podcast personality, known for her long-standing career in the broadcasting industry. With a tenure of over 17 years, Jenny has established herself as a respected figure in media. She first gained recognition through he…
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It's so fun to find amazing women who share my passion for the construction industry. As I "co-locate" back to my home town of Kansas City after 40 years it's been fun to meet leaders there in the construction industry. Brandy McCombs, the first female Chair of The Builders, a chapter of AGC in Kansas City, joined the Greatness podcast to share her…
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Are you ready to uncover the unsettling truth about EMF exposure and take control of your own well-being? Kathryn's guest, August Brice, dives deep into her personal experiences and groundbreaking research, you'll discover a shocking link between man-made wireless EMFs and potential health risks. As August unravels the chilling truth behind EMF exp…
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What are your superpowers? Rebecca Saunders joined the greatness podcast to discuss her work in creating a global network of women business owners to feel connected and supported. Rebecca's personal experience as someone with alopecia who spent years covering this up versus owning herself inspires her work. She is bald and beautiful! As she says, "…
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About 9 months ago, Kathryn was struggling with a lot of negative thoughts. This was new for her. She was always the positive one. The person that saw the glass as half full. But she had fallen into this negative loop of self loathing and doom. “I have no energy. Im sore. I’m getting old. I’ll never lose this weight, It’s too late to.." (fill in th…
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I have so much admiration for my good friend Bobbi Mahlab for starting not-for-profit Mentor Walks, a brilliant model that connects mentors and mentees once a month for an hour-long "walk and talk'' in many cities throughout the world. I have participated for years here in Australia and love it because the program is curated to match me as a mentor…
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Hey friends! Kathryn couldn't wait to let you know – she just dropped a fresh episode of the "Kathryn For Real" podcast! In this episode, she's diving into the world of speaking, and guess who's joining the party? Kathryn's daughter, Jade Gordon. Now a professional speaker, she talks with her about fear and doubt and overcoming negative thoughts, t…
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You all have been asking ... HOW WAS KATHRYN AND JADE'S TRIP TO EUROPE?! So they decide to record a podcast on it. From lost credit cards, carry-on bags, missing water bottles, lots of walking, and the worst of all … PINK EYE. They share it all on this podcast. It all started with an itch to travel, Love Island UK, and a protective mom who was not …
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