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A Joyful Rebellion

By: James Walters
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  • This is a joyful rebellion. The podcast that explores the moment you realize the life and success you worked so hard to create didn’t come with all of the fulfillment you thought it would. Each week, we attempt to inspire bold answers to the question, “What do I do now to create a life I love?” If you are ready to start answering that question for yourself, you’re in the right place. Let’s start A Joyful Rebellion.
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  • Inside Tips from Publishing Pros- with Dianne Pearce and David Yurkovich

    Inside Tips from Publishing Pros- with Dianne Pearce and David Yurkovich
    Jul 18 2024

    If you’ve been to this show a few times, you’ve heard me say in the intro that I want you to be the author of your own story. That statement has a double meaning. First, I like to think about our lives as a movie, where we can choose to be in charge of writing a large part of the script instead of allowing others to do it for us.

    The second meaning is more literal. Sharing the experiences and wisdom you’ve accumulated over the years could be just the inspiration someone else needs to go out and do great things in the world.

    In my conversation with Dianne Pearce, and David Yurkovich, we talk about how someone who has a story inside them, can begin thinking about getting that story into a form that can benefit others.

    Dianne and David have developed an understanding of what it takes to be a published author through their experiences with their own books and running their publishing company Current Words.

    We demystify the publishing process and talk about actionable things you can do to begin your author journey if that interests you. This is one of our longer episodes, so, refill your drink and enjoy this conversation.

    ----more---- Show Notes: Elevating Your Book: Insights and Tips from Current Words Publishing In this episode, we delve into the world of publishing with Dianne Pearce and David Yurkovich of Current Words Publishing. They share their expertise on creating quality books, covering the editorial process, tips for effective storytelling, and the importance of marketing for authors. Diane and David also discuss their journey from running a local writing workshop to establishing their publishing company, along with their collaborative efforts in helping writers produce polished and engaging work. Whether you have a story to tell or need guidance on the publishing process, tune in for actionable advice on becoming a successful self-published author. 00:00 The State of Self-Publishing 01:08 The Double Meaning of Being an Author 01:40 Introducing Diane Pierce and David Jurkovich 02:52 The Origin of Current Words Publishing 07:09 Challenges and Realities of the Publishing World 09:34 The Importance of Quality in Self-Publishing 24:12 Common Writing Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them 28:12 Supporting Writers with Grammar Challenges 28:47 Navigating First Person Point of View 31:06 Balancing Information Dumps in Writing 32:41 Maintaining the Writer's Voice 33:22 The Role of Dialogue Tags 34:05 Overcoming Analysis Paralysis in Writing 35:28 Evaluating and Coaching Story Ideas 40:16 From Manuscript to Published Book 42:55 Building a Community of Writers 46:38 Leveraging Social Media and Reviews 49:55 Instant Noodles: A Platform for Emerging Writers 51:57 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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    54 mins
  • Master Public Speaking- with Meghan Dotter

    Master Public Speaking- with Meghan Dotter
    Jul 11 2024

    How would you feel if I asked you to speak to a room of around a hundred people? Would you be excited or terrified?

    My guest today is Meghan Dotter, founder and CEO of Portico, and author of the book titled The Reluctant Presenter. Portico is a team with expertise in storytelling, speaker training, presentation design, leadership development, and messaging.

    Meghan and I talk about how excellent presentation skills are crucial whether you are simply updating your team, or addressing a room full of investors. We talk about ways she’s helped clients create breakthroughs in their presentation skills and why TED talks aren’t always exactly what they appear to be.

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    Mastering Public Speaking: Insights from Expert Megan Dotter

    In this engaging discussion, Meghan Dotter, founder and CEO of Portico and author of 'The Reluctant Presenter,' shares essential tips and strategies for effective public speaking. The conversation delves into the misconceptions about TED Talks, the fear of public speaking, and practical advice for overcoming anxiety.

    Meghan highlights real-life examples of transforming hesitant speakers into confident presenters, emphasizing the importance of connecting with the audience and framing presentations as conversations. The episode is rich with actionable insights for anyone looking to improve their presentation skills, whether they're addressing a small team or a large audience.

    00:00 The Illusion of TED Talks

    01:03 Introducing Megan Daughter: Expert in Presentation Skills

    01:47 The Reality Behind TED Talks

    02:50 Understanding the Fear of Public Speaking

    05:28 Overcoming Presentation Anxiety

    07:44 From Fear to Confidence: Success Stories

    11:32 The Journey to Effective Public Speaking

    23:37 The Impact of Virtual Presentations

    24:52 Navigating Virtual Interactions

    26:02 Challenges for Young Professionals in Hybrid Workspaces

    26:58 The Importance of Small Talk and Social Networking

    28:14 Inspiration Behind Writing a Book

    31:49 The Reality of TED Talks

    35:50 Harnessing Nervous Energy for Effective Speaking

    41:15 Practical Tips for Improving Public Speaking

    44:11 Conclusion and Contact Information
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    48 mins
  • The Power of Clowning to Bring Joy and address bullying with Bullseye the Clown

    The Power of Clowning to Bring Joy and address bullying with Bullseye the Clown
    Jul 5 2024
    Did you ever see the 1998 movie Patch Adams starring Robin Williams? Did you know that the movie was based on a real person? Well, I didn’t, but today’s guest did, and it led him down a path that focuses on bringing smiles and humanitarian aid to people in need worldwide. My guest today is Bullseye, the clown. Like so many things we all encounter in life, he thought he would dip his toes into a novel experience just once, only to find his impact on others was creating several positive effects in his life. We talk about why clowns are not just there for the kids, we also talk about bullying, and ways to prevent your kid from being bullied or becoming a bully, and how he discovered that real happiness comes from doing good things for others, so turn your volume up to eight, and let’s go! ----more---- Website http://www.bullseyetheclown.com LinkedIn URL https://www.linkedin.com/in/bullseyetheclown Facebook URL https://www.facebook.com/bullseyetheclownonbullying YouTube URL https://www.youtube.com/channel/bullseyetheclown Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bullseye_clown ----more---- Summary Bullseye the Clown shares his journey of finding fulfillment by doing good things for others. He started off doing stand-up comedy but realized it wasn't fulfilling. After his father passed away, he decided to travel and joined a clown tour in Russia. The impact he had on people during the trip made him realize the power of clowning. He started using his clown persona to bring joy and humanitarian aid to people in need. He also focuses on anti-bullying and aims to empower children to stand up against bullying. The conversation explores the connection between bullying and home life, the importance of finding outlets for bullies, and the impact of bullying on both the victims and the bullies themselves. It also delves into the concept of happiness and the role of clowning in bringing joy to others. The conversation concludes with suggestions for small acts of kindness and ways to address cyberbullying. The guest provides his contact information for those interested in learning more or getting involved. Keywords clowning, humanitarian aid, anti-bullying, fulfillment, joy, transformation, bullying, home life, outlets, hurt people hurt people, happiness, clowning, joy, small acts of kindness, cyberbullying Takeaways Doing something nice for someone else can bring fulfillment and joy.Clowning can have a powerful impact on people and bring smiles to their faces.Bullying can have long-lasting effects on individuals, and it's important to address the issue.Changing patterns and being aware of one's surroundings can help prevent bullying.Empowering children to stand up against bullying is crucial. Bullies may have a bad home life and are often seeking an outlet for their own pain.Hurt people hurt other people, highlighting the cycle of bullying.Clowning and acts of kindness can bring happiness and joy to both the giver and the recipient.Parents should have open conversations with their children about bullying and cyberbullying.Small acts of kindness, such as volunteering at a homeless shelter or nursing home, can make a difference in someone's life.Being selective about social media platforms and interactions can help prevent cyberbullying.Clowns are not just for kids; they can bring laughter and joy to adults as well. Sound Bites "If things are not going the way you want them to do, the best thing we can always do is just do something nice for someone else.""Real happiness comes from doing good things for others.""There's something to the power that we have as clowns.""Hurt people hurt other people.""The joyful rebellion is all about realizing that if you're not happy with where you are right now, then you have to decide, okay, what do I do next?""Sometimes the people whose lives you change, you may never know." Chapters 00:00Finding Fulfillment Through Clowning and Humanitarian Aid 06:21The Power of Clowning to Bring Joy and Smiles 08:09Addressing the Issue of Bullying 13:49Preventing Bullying by Changing Patterns and Being Aware 23:23The Connection Between Bullying and Home Life 26:53Finding Outlets for Bullies 29:07The Impact of Bullying on Victims and Bullies 34:43The Power of Clowning and Acts of Kindness 41:54Addressing Cyberbullying 45:07Clowns: Bringing Laughter and Joy to All
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    48 mins
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