105: Make Every Step into a Data Point with Dr. Erin Baker

Chaos? Panic? 

Nope, just breakthroughs. (and maybe even breakdancing)

In this episode of Buck That! Erin shares a time when she went off-script at a leadership event, proving once again that when we ditch the facade and keep it 100% real, magic happens.

Here are three takeaways from this episode:

Authenticity Always Wins: When you're authentic in leadership, you’re laying the groundwork for building solid connections with your team.

Purpose Packs a Punch: When leaders understand WHY they're doing what they're doing, it helps them make decisions that drive meaningful change.

Cut the Fluff: Sometimes less really is more. By simplifying your messages, you're not just making things clearer, you're making them more impactful.

If you’d like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple “plays” to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie  

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: hello@bauthenticinc.com 

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

•  Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)  

•  Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram 

•  Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group 

•    Take our simple, fun and insightful"What’s your workplace superhero name?”quiz

•   Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin’s book,"You Do You (ish)" 

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice 

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here




DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.




Tweetable Comments


• "I decided to dance. And I didn’t worry about looking good.”

• “Let's turn that intent into good action.”

• “He doesn't need to know the ins and outs. He just needs to know the feeling.”

• "It's not magic. It's not a mystery. It's exactly the things we've been talking about for the past four years.”

Each episode is short and is focused on just ONE story of how someone bucked the norm and had great success as a result.  

To kick off this series, we’ve asked the incredible Dan Blanchard to join us. Not only is Dan a bestselling and award-winning author, but he's also a captivating speaker, educator, and TV host. He has made appearances on over 100 TV and radio shows, as well as some of the world's top ten podcasts.  

In this episode, Dan shares his fascinating journey, starting with his unique accent which developed from overcoming challenges with his deafness during his childhood. He also takes us through his fearless pursuit of wrestling in the Junior Olympic Trials, an experience that changed his life forever.  

Dan’s stories are a powerful reminder that true greatness stems from embracing our uniqueness and fearlessly (and authentically) pursuing our dreams.   

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blanchard_dan/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-blanchard-i-help-young-people-become-good-people-82a69723/

If you’d like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple “plays” to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie  

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: hello@bauthenticinc.com 

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

•  Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)  

•  Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram 

•  Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group 

•    Take our simple, fun and insightful"What’s your workplace superhero name?”quiz

•   Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin’s book,"You Do You (ish)" 

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice 

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here




DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.




Tweetable Comments


• “Sometimes you gotta do that thing. That makes your heart pound because when you're scared, you're also alive.”

• “You just gotta be willing to push the fear aside and say, ‘Hey, let's have a good time getting my butt kicked’.”

• “I’ve been here all along.”

• "My identity changed that day. My identity was no longer, 'Dan, you're a pretty good wrestler.' My identity said, 'You are a great wrestler.'"

Amy is a certified and credentialed life coach and hypnotherapist, masterful speaker, and personal empowerment expert. Amy uses her roles as coach, writer, podcaster, and speaker to move individuals to a place of radical personal empowerment and self-worth. 

In this episode you'll hear:

1. How people-pleasing isn't always bad and how to discern when it's ok or not

2. Her 3-step process - FMT - to use anytime you assume bad intentions from a comment, email, etc

3. The key first step to having a tough conversation with your boss and the thing you MUST own first

4. The power in asking people "Yes, No, or Counteroffer?

5. Her powerful house metaphor to help you deal with both the shit and the gifts that people send your way

So if you find yourself consistently feeling drained, resentful, or compromising your own happiness for the sake of others, this episode is one you don’t want to miss.

Instagram: @HeyAmyGreensmith

Website: HeyAmyGreensmith.com

If you’d like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple “plays” to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie  

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: hello@bauthenticinc.com 

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

•  Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)  

•  Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram 

•  Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group 

•    Take our simple, fun and insightful"What’s your workplace superhero name?”quiz

•   Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin’s book,"You Do You (ish)" 

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice 

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here




DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.




Tweetable Comments


• “Am I going to choose you or am I going to choose me? I'm done choosing everyone else. I'm going to choose me.”

•  “I care so much about my stance or my opinion that I'm willing to take up space.”

• “Start with owning your shit.”

• “What are the facts? What am I making up? What is the truth? Find my truth.”

Dr. Mandy Lehto is an expert when it comes to helping high-level professionals enhance their performance, leadership capabilities, and career progression. With impressive credentials in private equity, investment banking, law, and tech, Dr. Lehto has amassed a clientele of senior executives around the world. Her clients seek out her insights to gain promotion within their industry or increase their confidence as a leader.

Those who have consulted with her praise her for her intelligence and emotional intelligence which helps them break through barriers to success. And that level of trust allows leaders from all industries to feel safe stepping outside of their comfort zone to try new strategies for gaining tangible results.

Pop in your earbuds and enjoy this episode. Mandy’s words are something we all need to hear.

Listen to Mandy’s podcast ‘Enough’: https://mandylehto.com/listen/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandylehto/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandylehtopersonalbrandimage/

If you’d like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple “plays” to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie  

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: hello@bauthenticinc.com 

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

•  Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)  

•  Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram 

•  Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group 

•    Take our simple, fun and insightful"What’s your workplace superhero name?”quiz

•   Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin’s book,"You Do You (ish)" 

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice 

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here




DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.




Tweetable Comments


• “I didn't have to be somebody to be somebody. I was already enough.”

• “I've drunk the Kool-Aid, I've associated success with money, and I have to stay here and my soul is dying. What do I do?”

• “We'll often choose unhappiness over uncertainty.”

• “Your worth isn't dependent on anyone else.”

• “If there's this constant busyness and chronic doing, there's no spaciousness to hear anything.”

• “I am okay in myself exactly as I am now.”

In this episode, Erin and Nicole are here to show you that change is inevitable and provide insights into how to cope with constant changes and learn to embrace them as part of life.

If you’d like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple “plays” to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie  

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: hello@bauthenticinc.com 

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

•  Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)  

•  Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram 

•  Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group 

•    Take our simple, fun and insightful"What’s your workplace superhero name?”quiz

•   Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin’s book,"You Do You (ish)" 

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice 

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here




DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.




Tweetable Comments


• “Change is constant and we are creatures that are programmed to control chaos.”

• “Accept that change is not a rebuke of your past decisions.”

• “Use human speak and talk about the rationale behind the change.

• “Change does not necessarily signify a mistake. Sometimes change signifies an opportunity.”

• “Ends are not a failure. They're often a new beginning.”

Chris started out as a social worker in Atlantic City helping the mentally ill, drug addicted, and homeless populations upgrade their lives. This eventually led him to his true vocation- helping people close the gap between how their lives are and how they want them to be.

Chris understands that our thoughts have a lot of power. And if we're constantly telling ourselves that things are going to go wrong, guess what? They probably will. 

Feeling stuck in a rut and like nothing is going your way? This episode is for you.

In this episode you’ll hear:

1.) Chris’ secret for mental toughness that's reshaped the lives of elite athletes and CEOs

2.) His journey from social worker to success coach and how he turned obstacles into opportunities

3.) Key strategies to master your mindset for breakthrough success

4.) Inspiring stories of authenticity and resilience

5.) Practical tools for mental toughness you can start applying now to transform your life

Check out Chris’ Website: https://christopherdorris.com/

Gratitude Video: Master of Short Film Creation, Louis Schwartzberg, narrated by this great Austrian monk named Brother David Steinle Rest.

Daily Dose Mental Toughness Tips in 30 seconds or less.Mental Toughness Mantras

If you’d like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple “plays” to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie  

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: hello@bauthenticinc.com 

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

•  Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)  

•  Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram 

•  Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group 

•    Take our simple, fun and insightful"What’s your workplace superhero name?”quiz

•   Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin’s book,"You Do You (ish)" 

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice 

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here




DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.




Tweetable Comments


• “When we're constantly not getting what we want in life, we are spending so much time having a problem with reality.”

• “Complaining fundamentally is me practicing getting better at struggling against reality, which is a battle we lose 100% of the time.”

• “Practice replacing our complaints with expressions of gratitude.”

• “Stay open and do the damn work.”

• “Sucky songs never stop coming, it's just how fast you get through them.”

Rohit Bhargava is on a mission to inspire more non-obvious thinking in the world. He is a keynote speaker and a 3-time WSJ bestselling author of nine books on marketing, innovation, diversity and trends including his #1 bestseller Non-Obvious Megatrends and his new 2023 book, The Future Normal. 

In this episode you’ll hear:

1. What are some of the biggest, most unique trends he sees for the near future, including things like Impact Hubs and even Making Weather

2. Why he always eats left handed, even though he's not

3. Why most things WON'T be obsolete in the future and why this matters

4. Why you should choose the window seat vs the aisle seat on planes ... and metaphorically

5. What he observes most in meetings that many others don't, and what you can do differently if you can notice it too

Subscribe to Rohit’s newsletter: https://nonobvious.com/subscribe/

Visit Rohit’s Website:https://nonobvious.com/

If you’d like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple “plays” to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie  

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: hello@bauthenticinc.com 

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

•  Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)  

•  Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram 

•  Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group 

•    Take our simple, fun and insightful"What’s your workplace superhero name?”quiz

•   Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin’s book,"You Do You (ish)" 

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice 

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here




DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.




Tweetable Comments


• “I think we all want a little more ‘not obvious’. We all want something that we haven't heard before.”

• “If you really concentrate your attention on focusing on the things that are most likely to open your perspective and you seek out those sources of information,  you become better at identifying those things that will move your intellect forward.”

• “Curation is the ultimate method for transforming noise into meaning.”

• “I took something that would've taken me six hours as a professional who knows what I'm doing. And AI as a collaborator, allowed me to do it in 90 minutes.”

Fia Fasbinder arms speakers with the tools to deliver killer presentations. With over 15 years of experience in public speaking, classroom instruction, and presentation skill development, Fia teaches speakers to communicate with confidence, clarity and credibility. With a theater degree from NYU and a Masters in Education, Fia is uniquely positioned to render and teach dramatic arts concepts to adult learners. Her unique approach to keynoting utilizes theatrical techniques and performing arts skills in addition to practical, real world knowledge culled from coaching clients at TEDX, UCSD, Qualcomm, Intel and numerous Fortune 500 companies.

Some of the things you'll hear are:

1. What exactly IS moxie, and why it's different for everybody 2. How techniques she learned from her years as an actor can help you step up your presentation pre-game (and yes, you need to "pre-game"!) 3. How she helped two women at Nexflix find their moxie to push back on Jason Bateman to ultimately, do what was right for Ozark 4. The small steps you can make to overcome your fears ... or go from good to great

Whether you're feeling stuck in your career or struggling to make a big life decision, Fia’s insights are sure to light a fire under your tush.

Website for Moxie Institute: www.moxieinstitute.com

Moxie Institute's Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/moxieinstitute

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiafasbinder/

If you’d like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple “plays” to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie  

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: hello@bauthenticinc.com 

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

•  Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)  

•  Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram 

•  Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group 

•    Take our simple, fun and insightful"What’s your workplace superhero name?”quiz

•   Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin’s book,"You Do You (ish)" 

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice 

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here




DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.




Tweetable Comments


• “Moxie is confidence, but confidence in a way that is unique to you.”

• “If you’re feeling unconfident, I cannot stress the importance of preparation enough.”

• “When you learn to use breathing, you take your power back.”

• “I like to imagine that when I'm inhaling, I'm inhaling confidence or power- that might be a color some days or that might be a person that I'm just going to stick it to that day.”

You'll also hear Erin and Nicole chat about the magic of The 50% Rule, a mindset that will change how you do...well, everything. And don't miss out on our Sports Ball segment- we'll be diving into the world of an Italian underdog who has captured our hearts. And to top it all off, we've got a collection of relatable memes that will help get you through even the toughest of days.

Ready to dive in? Let's go!

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Shitty Work Residual Episode

@koreydior_

If you’d like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple “plays” to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie  

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: hello@bauthenticinc.com 

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

•  Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)  

•  Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram 

•  Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group 

•    Take our simple, fun and insightful"What’s your workplace superhero name?”quiz

•   Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin’s book,"You Do You (ish)" 

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice 

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here




DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.




Tweetable Comments


• “Imperfection is the new perfectionism.”

• “I'm getting back to my roots a little bit. I wanted some of that old feeling I used to have.”

• “Take your experience, trust yourself, and throw in that little personal magic and see what happens.”

• “I'm going to give myself the space to add authentic creativity to something and make something that's uniquely mine.”

But the truth is, finding a positive work environment can feel like trying to find a needle in a haystack. And while we can't control the actions of our coworkers or bosses, can we control our reactions and the way we handle ourselves in those situations? This week's guest, Andrea Butcher, has a few thoughts on that.

Andrea is a visionary—she knows how to lead organizations from big picture to execution. She is a dynamic speaker, executive coach, and facilitator. As the CEO and co-owner of HRD - A Leadership Development Company, she leads a national team of expert facilitators and coaches and drives the organization’s growth strategy. 

She also hosts a daily and weekly leadership podcast, Being [at Work] and is the author of The Power in the Pivot: Leadership Lessons from Being [at Work] to Take You from Chaos to Clarity. In 2020, she was recognized by the Indianapolis Women’s Journal as a Woman of Influence.  Andrea’s work spans organizations of all sizes and industries all over the world; she has experience in global HR positions, consulting, operations, and executive roles for private and public organizations.

Andrea is also the co-founder and President of Next Gen Talent, a program specifically designed to equip emerging HR leaders for success.

In this episode you’ll hear:

1. Why your shitty environment might be a “you problem”, and what to do about it 2. The time a male mentor gave her some crappy advice, and how that turned out 3. Her boardroom breakdown(ish) and the positive that came of that 4. Her take on the future of work employment and what you can do to prepare for it 5. A simple, 5-word statement that can be your leadership (everrrrywhere) secret weapon

If you're struggling in your workplace, take a deep breath, grab a cup of coffee, and listen in. Andrea Butcher just might have the answers you've been looking for.

The Power in the Pivot

Human Resources Kit for Dummies

Being [at Work] Podcast

Linkedin: @AndreaButcher

If you’d like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple “plays” to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie  

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: hello@bauthenticinc.com 

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

•  Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)  

•  Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram 

•  Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group 

•    Take our simple, fun and insightful"What’s your workplace superhero name?”quiz

•   Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin’s book,"You Do You (ish)" 

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice 

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here




DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.




Tweetable Comments


• “People are looking around them at evidence of leadership rather than looking within themselves and asking, ‘What can I do here?’”

• “You also are shaping your environment based on how you think about your environment.”

• “Challenge yourself to think beyond ‘what is’.”

• “In order to be who you are, you have to know who you are.”