Ep. 032 Jane Stoller, Getting organized, social media marketing, and the techie clutterbug

Hosts Corey Butler and Shawn Todd sit down with Jon Macaskill, a retired Navy SEAL commander turned leadership and mindfulness coach, to delve into the transformative power of mindfulness and its impact on personal and professional growth. Jon shares his compelling journey from military service to advocating for mental health, revealing how mindfulness practices can fortify resilience, enhance leadership skills, and improve the relational dynamics both in family and operational careers. Their conversation touches on the societal shift addressing mental health, breaking down stigmas, and embracing vulnerability.

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Key takeaways:

*Mindfulness as a Performance Tool: Jon discusses how mindfulness and meditation are not just for stress reduction but are powerful tools for enhancing situational awareness, emotional intelligence, and communication skills — game-changers in both military and corporate environments.

*Stoicism in Practice: We explored stoicism beyond the misconception of emotionlessness. Instead, it's about mindfulness and the power of perception in handling life's challenges, with real-world applications from combat training to boardroom decisions.

*The Power of Vulnerability: Society is gradually shifting the narrative on mental health, emphasizing the strength in seeking help and expressing vulnerability. For leaders at all levels, embracing one's full emotional range is essential for authentic and effective leadership.

Corey Butler and Shawn Todd have a fireside chat with Chief Alchemist Steve Morrier, President and CEO of Split Tree Cocktail Co. here in Ottawa. They talk with Steve about building a small business, the creativity, the Passion, and the Science of craft Cocktails.  Listen as Steve shares his experience honing in on his clientele, his stint on Dragon’s Den, and his passion for his imaginative and artistic products.

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Corey sits down with Ecivda’s “Young Guns”, Advisors: Louai Bibi, Michael Lutes, CFP, and William Henriksen, CFP. They sort through the jargon and buzz words surrounding financial planning. Talk in-depth reasons to consider a financial plan and implementing the right one for you. Covering topics such as RRSP vs TFSA, pre-defined pension plans, and what the average Canadian considers their magic retirement number.

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Corey and Shawn dive into the importance of succession planning for business owners. They touch on factors for a successful “passing of the torch” while recognizing the emotional and personal connection. Tune in for their thoughts on creating a disciplined strategy to transfer leadership, finding the right compromise on sale, tools for keeping up with inflation and tax shelter, and controlling the messaging to clients.

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Corey and Shawn are joined by Ecivda’s Advisory Team for a roundtable talk and outlook on 2023. Brian Adams is a Founding President of Ecivda Financial Planning Boutique, Chartered Life Underwriter and Chartered Financial Consultant; Mike Lutes is a Certified Financial Planner and Chartered Life Underwriter; and Louai Bibi holds a degree in Economics and a background in financial analysis. 

Together they discuss the shift in financial planning from a transactional product to a valuable client-advisor relationship. Enjoy their open discussion about aligning financial decisions with life goals, diversifying and creating risk appropriate portfolios, and the advantage of employee benefits for business owners.

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Corey Butler and Shawn Todd are fortunate to spend time with Ottawa Based clinical psychologist, author, and professor Dr. Pete Kelly.

Hear Dr. Kelly touch on post pandemic stressors of instability caused by the war and inflation. He shares some great insight on coping resources, acknowledging the negatives and positives life dishes out and the importance of a good relationship with yourself.

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Corey Butler and Shawn Todd have a great discussion with Internet Sales Guru and Co-owner of StrongNfree Cdn, Todd McCormick. Todd has helped shape internet-based car sales, built online companies Urban House Imports, East2West Imports and opened western Canada’s first eBay drop off store.

Todd shares stories of building his businesses from the ground up. He talks about the impact of finding the right suppliers, understanding profit margins, and putting in the work.

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Corey Butler and Shawn Todd are fortunate to spend some time chatting with life-biz organizer, author, and speaker Jane Stoller. Jane has a Master’s in International Business from the University of Hertfordshire and an MBA from Vancouver Island University. With several books under her belt, Jane has a proven track record helping unprofitable business become profitable through organizing processes.

During the podcast we learn how Jane took the leap from the corporate world to starting her own business. Janes shares tips on efficiency, outsourcing, utilizing social media as a marketing tool, decluttering and being intentional with our time!

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Corey Butler and Shawn Todd are fortunate to spend some great time with NHL draftee & North Bay hometown all-star goalie Ben Gaudreau.  Drafted 81st overall in the 2021 NHL Draft, Ben was ranked among the top 60 Prospects by The Athletic, and Forbes.  Named as the top goaltender at the  2021 IIHF U18 Championship. Some highlights - the journey to the NHL, high-level performance as an athlete, what it means when the goalie helmet goes on.  Connect with Corey, Shawn, and Ecivda Financial on Instagram, FB, LinkedIn, YouTube & Twitter

Corey Butler and Shawn Todd spend time in the virtual trenches talking about a variety of financial planning topics from debt to why are economists never wrong.  Some key discussions revolve around Michael Burry, Canadian Banks, Problematic inheritance issues, & rising avocado prices. Connect with Corey, Shawn, and Ecivda Financial on Instagram, FB, LinkedIn, YouTube & Twitter