We are here at eTail Palm Springs and seeing and hearing the latest and greatest in e-commerce and retail. Question: Do you need to choose between AI and human recommendations as a customer? Why not have both? After all, don’t each have their strengths? AI in the retail experience is all the rage these days, but today I’m talking with someone from a brand that has been incorporating AI-personalized experiences and shopping combined with expert human recommendations for over 14 years, and continues to innovate today. Today we’re going to talk about how AI-based personalization plus human creativity and input makes an amazing customer experience at Stitch Fix. To help me discuss this topic, I’d like to welcome Noah Zamansky, Vice President of Product and Client Experience at Stitch Fix. About Noah Zamansky Noah Zamansky serves as the Vice President of Product and Client Experience at Stitch Fix, where he leads cross-functional teams spanning Product, Design, Engineering, Algorithms, and Platform Development. A seasoned leader, Noah has a proven track record of shaping product vision and strategy, designing exceptional user experiences, and spearheading the launch of new business ventures. Before joining Stitch Fix, Noah held the role of Senior Director of Product Management at eBay, overseeing Fashion and Vertical Experiences. Resources Stitch Fix: https://www.stitchfix.com eTail Palm Springs: https://etailwest.wbresearch.com/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Listen to The Agile Brand without the ads. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3ymf7hd Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company…
Title: S2EP52, The Wisdom of the Willows by Nancy Chadwick Nancy Chadwick always wanted to write mini-stories about characters. She went into advertising, but never was able to achieve her goal. She got a job in banking which also did not fulfill her dream. After getting married, her husband told her to take the summer off from her unsatisfying job. She started writing and never went back to work. She started with essays and after 15 years, published her first memoir, Underneath the Birch Tree. Inspired by the sun streaming down on a river one day, Nancy ventured into fiction writing. She wrote some essays and has recently published The Wisdom of the Willow. I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the Dowlings, their daughters, and the wisdom shared by Margaret under the willow tree. Thank you, Nancy, for your appreciation of nature and for passing on your life lessons so we can all relate and learn from you. Bio: Nancy Chadwick grew up in a northern suburb of Chicago. She got her first job at Leo Burnett advertising agency in Chicago. Noted as one of 2024's Most Anticipated Books by the Chicago Review of Books, the forthcoming debut novel The Wisdom of the Willow (She Writes Press, May 7, 2024) is a metaphorically rich and reflective tale of sisterhood and strength—a story of hope and healing, of the choices that shape our lives, and the challenges we all face as we seek to find our places in the world. Please consider a book review, author interview or round-up: as the story takes place from Memorial Day to Labor Day, in the summer of 1998, it’s a perfect Summer Read suggestion. Print ARCs are available, or request a digital ARC on NetGalley. In their early forties, the four Dowling sisters, Debra, Rose, Linney and Charlotte, find themselves faced with big changes in work and relationships that will define their lives. Meanwhile, their terminally ill mother, Margaret, is struggling with whether she has done enough to help her daughters find their way in life, and calls them all to the family home to reunite one last time under the willow tree that she and her husband planted as a symbol of home, belonging, and growth when they began their family in the north suburbs of Chicago. Website: nancychadwickauthor.com Facebook: facebook.com/nancychadwickauthor Instagram: instagram.com/nancychadwickauthor Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/nancy-chadwick-burke-32814867 prbythebook.com/experts/nancy-chadwick/ #NancyChadwick #hilaryburns #gettingrealwithhilary #realtalk #getreal #getfree #inspiration #wisdomofthewillow #author #fictionwriter #chicagoreviewofbooks #writer #familystories #sisters
Title: S2EP52, The Wisdom of the Willows by Nancy Chadwick Nancy Chadwick always wanted to write mini-stories about characters. She went into advertising, but never was able to achieve her goal. She got a job in banking which also did not fulfill her dream. After getting married, her husband told her to take the summer off from her unsatisfying job. She started writing and never went back to work. She started with essays and after 15 years, published her first memoir, Underneath the Birch Tree. Inspired by the sun streaming down on a river one day, Nancy ventured into fiction writing. She wrote some essays and has recently published The Wisdom of the Willow. I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the Dowlings, their daughters, and the wisdom shared by Margaret under the willow tree. Thank you, Nancy, for your appreciation of nature and for passing on your life lessons so we can all relate and learn from you. Bio: Nancy Chadwick grew up in a northern suburb of Chicago. She got her first job at Leo Burnett advertising agency in Chicago. Noted as one of 2024's Most Anticipated Books by the Chicago Review of Books, the forthcoming debut novel The Wisdom of the Willow (She Writes Press, May 7, 2024) is a metaphorically rich and reflective tale of sisterhood and strength—a story of hope and healing, of the choices that shape our lives, and the challenges we all face as we seek to find our places in the world. Please consider a book review, author interview or round-up: as the story takes place from Memorial Day to Labor Day, in the summer of 1998, it’s a perfect Summer Read suggestion. Print ARCs are available, or request a digital ARC on NetGalley. In their early forties, the four Dowling sisters, Debra, Rose, Linney and Charlotte, find themselves faced with big changes in work and relationships that will define their lives. Meanwhile, their terminally ill mother, Margaret, is struggling with whether she has done enough to help her daughters find their way in life, and calls them all to the family home to reunite one last time under the willow tree that she and her husband planted as a symbol of home, belonging, and growth when they began their family in the north suburbs of Chicago. Website: nancychadwickauthor.com Facebook: facebook.com/nancychadwickauthor Instagram: instagram.com/nancychadwickauthor Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/nancy-chadwick-burke-32814867 prbythebook.com/experts/nancy-chadwick/ #NancyChadwick #hilaryburns #gettingrealwithhilary #realtalk #getreal #getfree #inspiration #wisdomofthewillow #author #fictionwriter #chicagoreviewofbooks #writer #familystories #sisters
Title: S2EP68, Being Happy On Your Journey, Healthy Habit Formation, The Fix Yourself Handbook, with Faust Ruggiero Today's interview blew my mind. People pleasing, dating, needing outside validation, healthy boundaries, being happy today, and enjoying the journey on the way to the destination were all topics we covered. Faust Ruggiero knew he wanted to be a therapist early in his life. He got his degree, got experience in clinics and prisons, and then at 30, started his private practice. 40 years later he has put together a series of books that could literally give you the life you want. Don't believe me? Well, it's hard to imagine. It takes work. It takes altering your habits. It takes a plan. So how badly do you want that life you always dreamed of? Some habits are healthy and some will have consequences. Are you ready to get off auto-pilot and start taking control of where your life is going? You can do it step-by-step with Faust's books. Start by watching our interview today. This can be the first day of the rest of your life. Bio: Faust A. Ruggiero’s professional career spans almost 40 years, and is diversified and compelling, as it has consistently established new and exciting cutting-edge counseling programs in its pursuit of professional excellence and personal life enhancement. He is a published research author, clinical trainer, and a therapist who has worked in settings that have included clinics for deaf children, prisons, nursing homes, substance abuse centers, inpatient facilities, major corporations, both national and international, and as the President of the Community Psychological Center in Bangor, Pennsylvania. In that capacity, he developed the Process Way of Life counseling program, and has developed it into a formal text presented in the Fix Yourself Handbook. Upon graduating from Mansfield University in 1977, Mr. Ruggiero enrolled in the graduate program in Psychology at Illinois State University. There, with a dual major in clinical and developmental psychology, with a minor in research, he assisted in the publication of several research articles, including his thesis “The effects of prosocial and antisocial television programs on the cognitions of children”. In the summer of 2016, Mr. Ruggiero decided to develop the Process Life Program into a text that can be published, and would help people in need address the difficult situations that are affecting their lives. The Fix Yourself Handbook was completed in December of 2019. On February 1st, 2020, The Fix Yourself Handbook received the Silver Award from The Nonfiction Authors Association. On May 2, 2020, it received the Gold Award from Literary Titan. On September 1st, 2020, it received the Bronze Award from Reader's Favorite. He has appeared on television and radio shows, and podcasts discussing the Process Way of Life presented in The Fix Yourself Handbook both nationally and internationally. His radio show "Fix It With Faust" debuted in June of 2021. On June 8th, 2023, the second installment in The Fix Yourself Empowerment Series, The Fix Your Anxiety Handbook was published. It is also an award-winning publication. December 2023, the third installment was released “The Fix Your Depression Handbook”, also an award-winning publication. website: faustruggiero.com #hilaryburnsi #gettingrealwithhilary #realtalk #getreal #getfree #inspiration #thegettingrealwithhilaryshow #faustruggiero #therapy #thefixityourselfhandbook #changeyourbrain #changeyourhabits #habitformation #journey #destination #dating #attention #faith #emotions #peoplepleasing #peoplepleaser #abuse #addiction #author #selfhelp #empowerment #empoweryourself #actionsteps #anxiety #anger #changeyourlife #alteryourlife #actionsteps…
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Title: S2EP67, Anti-growing Old Strategies to Live to 125 with Rico Caveglia Are you tired of feeling tired? Are you sick of feeling sick? If you would like to hear how to live a healthier, more fun life, tune into this interview. Rico Caveglia is 82 years old and has the fitness of a 35-year-old. Rico has put together the Ageless Living Lifestyle program which can literally change your life. Some of it is obvious. So what? That doesn't mean we are doing the steps. Some of it will shock you. And some of it is what we sort of know, but don't know how to implement. If you have questions like: How can I be healthier? What water should I be drinking? What exercise should I be doing? Are my prescription drugs hurting me? Then tune into this conversation. You will thank me for it. Rico can help you. He is committed to a healthier, happier world for all of us. If you are still feeling skeptical or cynical, how is that working for you? If you are even just a little curious, then check out our conversation or go directly to his Website: agelesslivinglifestyle.com Bio: Rico Caveglia Chronological Age 82 Fitness Age 35 is America’s Healthy Aging Trainer and creator of The Ageless Living Lifestyle, The Vitality For Life Online Training Program, The Fast Fit 17 Fitness System, and The Fearless Aging Podcast and TV show. He is a speaker, author of 29 books/DVD programs and a personal trainer and health coach, for 41 years. He is a multi Gold and Silver Medalist in the California State Senior Olympics and plays drums in a Rock & Roll Band in San Diego. Contact Rico at rico@agelesslivinglifestyle.com #hilaryburns #gettingrealwithhilary #realtalk #getreal #getfree #inspiration #thegettingrealwithhilaryshow #ageless #healthyliving #essentials #ricocaveglia #agelesslivinglifestyle #beinghealthy #nomoredrugs #exercise #stretching #sleep #elimination #mindset #water #purifiedwater #olympics #drummer #beingfit #beinghealthy…
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Title: S2EP66, A Diagnosis is Only Someone's Opinion, You're Not Going To Die with Johann Ilgenfritz A successful photographer, Johann Ilgenfritz was given 4 months to live after his cancer metastasised. But a voice inside his head told him "You're not going to die." For seven months he got weaker and sicker. Then, one sentence changed his life. He changed his diet, his lifestyle, his mindset and his physicality and over time, he got stronger. Johann left photography and started devoting his life to providing information to as many people as possible about how to prevent and survive cancer. He is the founder and CEO of UK Health Radio Network. His book, "Cancer Cell Suicide" is due to come out in December. Johann's story will make you breathe easier. There is something we CAN DO about cancer. We don't have to be powerless. Find out how to get educated about cancer by listening to this interview. Share it with the people you love. Website: https://ukhealthradio.com https://audioboom.com/channel/UKhealthradio Twitter: https://twitter.com/ukhealthradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKHealthRadio/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ukhealthradio/ #hilaryburns #JohannIlgenfritz #gettingrealwithhilary #realtalk #getreal #getfree #inspiration #thegettingrealwithhilaryshow #cancer #cancerprevention #terminalcancer #survivingcancer #UKHealthRadioNetwork #fashionphotography #fashionphotographer #photography #Germany #SouthAfrica #cancerawareness #Aliklinediet #metistaticcancer…
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Title: S2EP65, Bend, Break or Ignore the Rules To Get Results with Marty Strong Retired Navy SEAL Marty Strong wrote "Be Different," a book that talks about creativity and innovation. It is a fascinating read. Our brain was designed to solve problems and be creative. So why are we taught to memorize facts and figures in school? Why aren't we encouraged to use all of our brains? Wouldn't life be more fun if we were using our brains to create, inquire and invent? We all have the capacity. If you would like to know more about this kind of life, listen to our conversation in today's interview. Marty has created an organization called BestMindLab.com, an incubation think tank for tapping into adult creativity. Bio: Marty Strong has had an accomplished leadership career spanning four decades. He worked his way from enlisted SEAL Team member to the SEAL Officer Corps, retiring with twenty years' service in that highly decorated and esteemed military unit. He is the author of 9 novels and 3 business books and CEO of a major company. Website: martystrong.com linkedin.com/in/marty-strong-9676bb13 instagram.com/martystrongbenimble #hilaryburns #MartyStrong #gettingrealwithhilary #realtalk #getreal #getfree #inspiration #thegettingrealwithhilaryshow #navyseal #navy #SEAL #SEALofficercorp #military #recruiting #someonespecial #navyrecruiting #Bedifferent #benimble #creativity #brainscience #retirednavyseal #author #businessbooks #CEO #success #innovation #bevisionary…
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Title: S2EP64, 25 Years of Mental, Spiritual, Emotional and Physical Abuse, Escaping the Cult with Martha Kartaoui Martha Kartaoui was chosen by “Cultman” at age 8. He was the intercessor to God. No one questioned his authority. They deserved the mental, spiritual, emotional and physical abuse. It cleansed them of their sins. It's the life she knew. She only escaped so that she could be with her sister in the "outside world" through her pregnancy. She didn't even realize that "Cultman" was an evil narcissistic sociopath. Martha has gone through her own healing of all the abuse that she suffered and now is clear about her purpose. She is bringing awareness and healing to others who have left highly controlled relationships and organizations. She wants to provide community, trauma healing, a way to release shame, fear and guilt, and help people feel less alone as they transition to life outside of the cult. Martha's book, "Glory Going All In" is available on her website and you can reach out to her to find out about her speaking, coaching, and retreats. Thank you, Martha, for your courage, your generosity, and your commitment for the world. Bio: Martha Glory Kartaoui is a resilient and courageous warrior who has transformed her life from being a Cult Survivor to becoming an influential voice and leader in the wellness industry. As the owner of PIC Wellness, LLC, she is dedicated to helping others achieve their best overall holistic health Mind, Body and Spirit. Martha is also an Amazon Best Selling International Author, a dynamic speaker, a life visionary, and a skilled healing workshop facilitator. Her unique blend of professional training, personal experience, and spiritual wisdom enables her to walk alongside survivors and support profound warrior transformations. Website: cult-x.org facebook.com/martha.kartaoui instagram.com/marthakartaoui linkedin.com/in/martha-kartaoui-44318893 #hilaryburns #MarthaKartaoui #gettingrealwithhilary #realtalk #getreal #getfree #inspiration #thegettingrealwithhilaryshow #cultsurvivors #cult #cultleader #escape #spiritualjourney #sexualabuse #mentalabuse #emotionalabuse #physicalabuse #starvation #rape #torture #mindcontrol #trauma #traumahealing #shame #fear #guilt #abuse #narcissist #evil #sociopath…
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The Getting Real With Hilary Show with Hilary Arnow Burns Title: S2EP62, Yalda Shahriari and Ruslan Maidans, Saving Water and the Planet and Getting People Clean Yalda Shahriari and Ruslan Maidans are a power couple who are creating a groundbreaking product that can be used all over the world. NOWATA will clean your hands without water in a safe, environmentally friendly way. After using popular hand sanitizers during COVID, Yalda and Rus decided that these options were not what they wanted their children to use. In their spare time, they experimented with different formulas, trying to find one that fit their criteria. They were told over and over that it wasn’t possible, but they didn’t give up. In this interview they tell the amazing story of what it took to create NOWATA. Their product will launch this month. Go to nowataclean.com and sign up for their mailing list. This is exciting for our kids, our planet and humanity. Thank you both for your vision, courage, perseverance, humility and action. Their Story: During the pandemic, my wife and I became addicted to hand sanitizer. But we quickly realized we could do better. We're nature lovers - which is what inspired us to move from Northern California to Rhode Island in 2020, and then to Stonington, Connecticut last year. When our hands got dirty hiking, sanitizer wasn't helpful; we needed soap. But to wash soap off, we needed water, which isn't always available outdoors. So we got to work. I majored in chemistry at UNC Charlotte, which - after about a year of experiments - allowed me to develop a prototype for a soap that, upon extended contact with the skin, evaporated and turned into dirtballs that fell away. Our friends loved it; so did the customers at our the Newport Dunkin who sampled it after we bribed them with free coffee. But there was still a problem: The prototype was made of synthetic ingredients; we wanted a plant-based, natural, biodegradable, and safe-if-ingested formula. So I spent the next 3 months experimenting in my basement. After exhausting all the ingredients available to a layperson like myself, I reached out to nearly 100 different cosmetic company formulators who had access to more powerful chemicals; I contracted 6 of them. After 16 months of experimentation, one of the formulators came up with a soap that did exactly what we wanted. We then hired two separate manufacturers to produce 5,000 units. It only took us 4 years of work and $100,000. We started selling our soap on our website last month. We named it Nowata. Why? Because we're from New England, where people don't pronounce the final "r". Website: nowataclean.com #hilaryburns #gettingrealwithhilary #YaldaShahriari #RuslanMaidans #NOWATA #biodegradable #chemistry #determination #patent #plantbased #handsanitizer #PHD #dentist #handsanitizer #DunkinDonuts #consumerfeedback…
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Title: S2EP61, From Difficult Childhood to Creating Essence, Joy, Wisdom and Love, Freedom from the Limitations of the Past with Laura Basha "The Inward Outlook" is Laura Basha's first book. Conscious Choice as a Daily Practice. It is not for the faint of heart. It is for people who are looking for something else. You might not even know you are looking. You just know you are not satisfied with the life you are living. Laura Basha had a difficult, frightened childhood. She had nightmares every night until age 35. Laura found a way to heal her childhood patterns and discover a new way to live. In our conversation, we discuss how other people can see life in a new way which can free you from the limitations of your past and who you think you are. Imagine a life where joy, creativity, love, wisdom and freedom are available to you. It takes awareness, practice and a desire to escape the limits of your thinking. But it is possible. Tune in to this interview to hear an eye opening and life changing conversation. Bio: Laura Basha, PhD, is a published author, professional artist, compelling and empowering speaker, and certified trainer. She holds a BA in Fine Arts, an MA in counseling psychology, and a combined doctorate in clinical and organizational psychology. Through the years, the focus of her work has always been personal and organizational transformation and leadership development, and she has been an international consultant, educator, and personal coach for thousands of clients since 1978. Mother of two, stepmother to three, and “Nona” to nine, Dr. Basha resides in Northern California with her husband and beloved Tibetan terrier. Website: www.whitebirdrising.com facebook.com/laura.basha.71 instagram.com/drlaurabasha linkedin.com/in/laura-basha-ph-d-3b279222 twitter.com/WhiteBirdRising #hilaryburns #gettingrealwithhilary #laurabasha #essence #theinwardoutlook #PHD #Psychology #spiritualadvisor #patterns #thinking #kathrynjarvis #alternativehealth #infiniteintelligence #AllIsChosen #abusivechildhood #addictions #awareness #fear #love #suffering #meditation #ego #separateness #unity #joy #nightmares #educator #personaltransformation #www.whitebirdrising.com…
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Title: S2EP60, He Was Given 3 Months To Live - 20 Years Later He is Training Shamans with Ray Crist Ray Crist was a very successful fashion and advertising photographer, living in Greece. His work appeared on covers of Vogue and billboards across Europe. He was working 80 hours a week, at the top of his game, and living his dream. After 20 years of photography, Ray was diagnosed with stage 4 kidney cancer and given 3 months to live. "When death knocks, change your address," was what he heard at the Oracle of Delphi in Greece. He left Greece, came to America, and consulted with more hospitals. Johns Hopkins and NIH told him to get his affairs in order. Then the miracles started. He had experimental surgery at NIH, and went to the Kripalu Center to heal. Still alive, he became an instructor there. Following his boyhood dream of becoming a shaman, Ray found his way to Mexico, Peru and Bolivia. Ray's journey is fascinating. He found “his” shaman and eventually was told to train shamans himself. He is still alive, obviously. He is the founder of the Jaguar Path School for Modern Shamanism and the Science of Healing. Ray is about to start a new training program which you can learn about on this interview and at jaguarpath.com. If Shamanism calls to you, or you would like to know how Ray escaped a fatal diagnosis, please watch this interview. It could save your life or the life of your loved ones. BIO: Ray Crist is a world-renowned visionary who offers his teachings from a deep well of knowledge of indigenous wisdom. He has been an apprentice and an initiate of the Q'ero Nations elders since 2006 and ever since has shared the ways of living with thousands of spiritual seekers. Ray has traveled the world and has spent the last three decades immersed in shamanism, various styles of yoga, Chinese medicine, and martial arts. He has been offering workshops and trainings at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, NY Open Center, Yoga Journal, Blue Spirit, Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort, and other centers around the world. Ray’s trainings focus on how to use shamanic tools and yoga as technologies that assist us to reach an optimal state of being to live a balanced, empowered, and extraordinary life. Ray was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer in 2003 and was given 3 months to live. He left his home country of Greece and in 2005 had surgery at the National Institute of Health (NIH) where he gave up his right kidney. After that, he ventured in search of indigenous healers. His path led him through Mexico and Peru. To his surprise, the shamans he met told him that they couldn’t heal him... but that they could train him to become a shaman and heal himself. Website: jaguarpath.com https://youtu.be/EC8Oe_CY2vM?si=FPDH75p7-gnVpL72 #hilaryburns #gettingrealwithhilary #RayCrist #shaman #jaguarpath #cancer #stage4cancer #kidneycancer #death #fashionphotography #Vogue #Greece #OracleofDelphi #thegettingrealwithhilaryshow #gettingreal #gettingauthentic #medicinemen #Bolivia #Peru #Mexico #Kripalu #LivingstonNewJersey #AthensGreece #shamantraining #visionary…
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S2EP59, Setting The Tone For Each Day, Morning Fuel by Rebecca Faye Smith Galli How would you like to stretch your mind before starting each day? What if you just don't want to get up? What if you are having a bad day? What if you just want to quit? Becky Galli has answered all the questions in her inspiring, encouraging and thought-provoking new book, Morning Fuel. It's a book of 365 stories to start your day with. Each anecdote will brighten your day just a little more. Becky uses her own life challenges, lessons, and daily struggles in a brilliant, entertaining and delightful way. Her stories will touch your heart and make you stronger. She is a hero to me because of her courage, pereverance, and ability to turn a difficulty into a life lesson. She doesn't allow herself to stay in her pity party too long. She uses the situation to learn and grow. I recommend Morning Fuel for you and for everyone you know. Buy a dozen and give them out as gifts. Thank you, Becky, for your generosity and for sharing your writing talent with all of us. Bio: If there’s one thing best-selling author and columnist Rebecca (Becky) Faye Smith Galli knows, it’s the importance of staying fueled—daily. She’s had a lot to power through: Her seventeen-year-old brother’s death. Two children with special needs that include autism and epilepsy, one of whom passed away. Divorce. And her own permanent paralysis. Becky has lived a life filled with unexpected loss—and learning. In her upcoming release, Morning Fuel: Daily Inspirations to Stretch Your Mind Before Starting Your Day (She Writes Press, dist. by Simon & Schuster, October 29, 2024), Becky shares daily readings, reflective questions, and inspirational stories to help readers fuel up on positivity each morning. Infused with wisdom from her life and those around her, and sprinkled with quotes from great thinkers, Morning Fuel is designed to inspire, encourage, and make you think. Website: BeckyGalli.com pathfindersforautism.org prbythebook.com/experts/rebecca-faye-smith-galli #wheelchair #BeckyGalli #chairwriter #paraplegic #transversemyelitis #specialneeds #deathofabrother #deathofachild #pastor #writer #author #acceptance #hardlife #resources #support #inspiration #miscarriage #pastorchildren #rethinkingpossible #morningfuel #thegettingrealwithhilaryshow #paralysis #morninginspiration…
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Title: S2EP58, Finding The Way To Forgive, Debut Novel, Something Better with Diane Parrish What a delightful conversation with fellow Westporter, Diane Parrish who launched her first book this week. Her novel, Something Better, is a book you can't put down. I read it a few months ago and I am still thinking about it. And that says something because I usually can't even remember what books I have just read. We talk about how Diane went about conceiving and nurturing her book. Anyone wanting to write/publish a book will find inspiration and motivation to hear about Diane's process. I got to talk about my process and forgive myself for what happened. Forgiveness is the theme of Diane's book so it was perfect. Something Better will leave you thinking, wondering, and perhaps even healing your own life's disappointments and grudges. Grab a copy wherever books are sold. Thank you again, Diane, for your wonderful prose and this fabulous gift to the world. Website: dianeparrish.com instagram.com/dianeparrishauthor #hilaryburns #DianeParrish #gettingrealwithhilary #realtalk #getreal #getfree #inspiration #thegettingrealwithhilaryshow #somethingbetter #forgiveness #debutnovel #love #affairs #marriage #death #tragedy #church #novel #redemption…
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Title: S2EP53, Finding the Strength to Power Through and Live Fully in This Life She Didn't Choose with Becky Galli I can not stop crying. I am so moved by my conversation with Becky Galli. "Some would say life has not been kind to me," she says in the introduction of her second book, "morning fuel." At age 20, I lost my seventeen year old brother. Two of my four children had special needs. One of my two sons died at age fifteen. And at 38, nine days after my divorce was finalized, I was paralyzed by transverse myelitis, a rare inflammation of the spinal cord that affects one in a million.” How does Becky go on? I wonder about that myself. But after reading her first book, "rethinking possible," I can see where she gets her strength. Her family, her upbringing, her friends, her spirituality, her faith, her journalling and her therapy. Becky will inspire all of us to live life to the fullest, no matter what circumstances we have. Becky has so many life lessons that she shares with all of us through her column, "From Where I Sit," her books, her Thoughtful Thursdays, and our conversation. Becky wants us all to "Let Our Love Be Larger." You can find Becky's resources at BeckyGalli.com Subscribe and be a part of her email list and let's all live life more fully. Her handle is @chairwriter Note to listeners: For some reason there was an echo when I talked in the second half. I don’t know why. But it’s there. My apologies ahead of time. #wheelchair #BeckyGalli #chairwriter #paraplegic #transversemyelitis #specialneeds #deathofabrother #deathofachild #pastor #writer #author #acceptance #hardlife #resources #support #inspiration #miscarriage #pastorchildren #rethinkingpossible #morningfuel #thegettingrealwithhilaryshow #paralysis #morninginspiration…
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Title: S2EP52, The Wisdom of the Willows by Nancy Chadwick Nancy Chadwick always wanted to write mini-stories about characters. She went into advertising, but never was able to achieve her goal. She got a job in banking which also did not fulfill her dream. After getting married, her husband told her to take the summer off from her unsatisfying job. She started writing and never went back to work. She started with essays and after 15 years, published her first memoir, Underneath the Birch Tree. Inspired by the sun streaming down on a river one day, Nancy ventured into fiction writing. She wrote some essays and has recently published The Wisdom of the Willow. I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the Dowlings, their daughters, and the wisdom shared by Margaret under the willow tree. Thank you, Nancy, for your appreciation of nature and for passing on your life lessons so we can all relate and learn from you. Bio: Nancy Chadwick grew up in a northern suburb of Chicago. She got her first job at Leo Burnett advertising agency in Chicago. Noted as one of 2024's Most Anticipated Books by the Chicago Review of Books, the forthcoming debut novel The Wisdom of the Willow (She Writes Press, May 7, 2024) is a metaphorically rich and reflective tale of sisterhood and strength—a story of hope and healing, of the choices that shape our lives, and the challenges we all face as we seek to find our places in the world. Please consider a book review, author interview or round-up: as the story takes place from Memorial Day to Labor Day, in the summer of 1998, it’s a perfect Summer Read suggestion. Print ARCs are available, or request a digital ARC on NetGalley. In their early forties, the four Dowling sisters, Debra, Rose, Linney and Charlotte, find themselves faced with big changes in work and relationships that will define their lives. Meanwhile, their terminally ill mother, Margaret, is struggling with whether she has done enough to help her daughters find their way in life, and calls them all to the family home to reunite one last time under the willow tree that she and her husband planted as a symbol of home, belonging, and growth when they began their family in the north suburbs of Chicago. Website: nancychadwickauthor.com Facebook: facebook.com/nancychadwickauthor Instagram: instagram.com/nancychadwickauthor Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/nancy-chadwick-burke-32814867 prbythebook.com/experts/nancy-chadwick/ #NancyChadwick #hilaryburns #gettingrealwithhilary #realtalk #getreal #getfree #inspiration #wisdomofthewillow #author #fictionwriter #chicagoreviewofbooks #writer #familystories #sisters…
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Title: S2EP51, There's No Stigma In Wanting To Feel Better with Kristin Bruce Kristin Bruce works with kids. She helps them be happy. She works with them to get to the other side of their unhappiness, anxiety and depression without drugs. She wrote a book, "Starting From Scratch: A Guide to Feeling Good!" which outlines her program. Kristin grew up in an alcoholic and drug-using home. She was ashamed and didn't know why she didn't feel happy. After years of therapy, working with children, learning about emotions, loving herself, boundaries, self-esteem and speaking up, she put together a program to help other children. "I want everyone to know their own importance and sacredness. Once they do, they will be able to see that in others. This way we will create a peaceful and sacred planet." Thank you, Kristin, for your courage, wisdom and passion. You are a gift to this planet. Bio: With a storied 25 year career in the public education system and a masters in school counseling, Kristin Bruce has not only observed but has delved deeply into the emotional and behavioral struggles that envelop many children and teens. Identifying a crucial need to uplift and support these young minds, Kristin initiated “How To Be Happy”, a project sparked by the tangible desire to create meaningful change. Kristin relates to teens and their issues because she has navigated many of them herself. “Starting from Scratch”, her insightful book and its expansive collection including a workbook, lesson plans, and an audio CD, become pivotal tools in this noble endeavor, intertwining crucial life skills lessons with strategies derived from communication, boundary-setting, understanding feelings, addressing cognitive distortions, and finding internal peace through guided imageries and meditation. Her unwavering goal: to guide teens and pre-teens away from the shadows of anxiety and depression, steering them back onto a path where they rediscover their happiness and embrace a serene, fulfilling future. With her vast experience, practical strategies, and a deeply rooted passion for youth mental health, Kristin Bruce remains a stalwart ally in championing the well-being of the younger generation. Website: Howtobehappy.kids #thegettingrealwithhilaryshow #KristinBruce #howtobehappy.kids #shame #self-esteem #drugs #alcoholism #drinking #loneliness #familysecrets #fittingin #feelinggood #kristinbruce #startingfromscratch #anxiety #feelingalone #beinghappy #helpingkids…
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S2EP44, Dream Big, Work Hard and Never Quit with Nazi Refugee and Successful Marketing Executive Barbara Sommer Feigin I read Barbara's book, “My American Dream” twice. I couldn't get her parents’ harrowing escape from Nazi Germany out of my mind. What her father did to make it happen is truly heroic. At a time when it was nearly impossible to leave the country, he kept finding one alternate route after another. Barbara, as a 3 year old, traveled from Germany to Lithuania to Russia to China to Korea to Japan to Canada and then to the US. Not knowing how they were going to do it, her parents started a whole new life in America. Barbara wanted to fit in with the other kids and be an American, so never asked about their journey. When her sister found their father’s journal, they were fascinated. "My American Dream," by Barbara Sommer Feigin tells her parents story and her own. She hopes you will get the importance of freedom, the power of education, how her strong family bonds kept her going in difficult times, and her mother's motto - Dream Big, Work Hard, and Never Quit. Barbara and her family are true American heroes. Thank you, Barbara for your courage, being willing to have your voice heard, and your inspiration. Barbara's book can be found at barbarafeigin.com Bio: Barbara Feigin, author My American Dream. From Nazi Germany refugee to breaking glass ceilings in the Madmen era of advertising, to becoming Exec. VP of Grey Advertising (now Grey Global),Feigin was often the only woman in the (board)room. Her success is legendary with ad campaigns under her belt like, "Easy, Breezy CoverGirl," "Friend Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk '' (yes, that's Barbara), and expanding the Kool-Aid brand. Raising three sons (one of whom is President of the Milwaukee Bucks), caring for her husband who suffered two strokes, and maintaining a high-power career in advertising, Barbara Feigin is a remarkable person with remarkable stories to share. Website: barbarafeigin.com #BarbaraFeigin #hilaryburns #gettingrealwithhilary #realtalk #getreal #getfree #inspiration #nazigermany #escape #worldwarII #advertisingexec #greyadvertising #MadMen #CoverGirl #marketresearch #branding #strokes #family #strongbonds #GreyGlobal…
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S2 EP50 | Leveraging Her Experience to Help Women with Kathy Sullivan "Moms Eat First" is the title of Kathy Sullivan's book. Do women EVER put themselves first? Well, maybe after some self-reflection and transformation. If you find yourself eating the leftovers while standing, this book is for you. Kathy uses her own experience, work experience, and research to tell a story which as a woman, you WILL relate to. She has tools and principles to have us ALL have the lives we want to have. Kathy is also a consultant and coach, working with businesses to develop leadership and talent. "What is the real issue?" Kathy asks. Find out by watching our interview. You can find more information about Kathy at talentprinciples.com Her book is available on Amazon. Bio: Kathy has over 25 years of experience in leading human resource teams, business operations, and organization-wide change initiatives. She has experience in various types of organizations, such as healthcare, high-tech, and professional services, within small and mid-sized companies. She drives change by developing people and implementing processes and systems to drive organizational performance. Kathy works with small business owners, leadership teams, and individual clients, helping them to establish a vision, align with purpose, and execute a plan to achieve results. Kathy enjoys spending time with her two kids, writing, and traveling. In her spare time, you can find her running races around Northeast Ohio. She believes in developing the next generation of leaders and supporting the advancement of women. She is on the Board of Directors and current Secretary of WEPAN (Women in Engineering ProActive Network) and also serves on the Board of Trustees with Hudson Job Search. #KathySullivan #hilaryburns #gettingrealwithhilary #realtalk #getreal #getfree #inspiration…
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S2EP49, Fear Is A Collective Mindset, How To Escape It, Thought Snob with Paula Swope What does Thought Snob mean? Well, you'll have to watch my interview with Paula Swope to find out. She wrote the book. She was raised to think she was nothing. She spent up until age 28, feeling like she was nothing, bitter, wanting revenge and full of hate. She was a high school dropout, a binge drinker, had ballooned up to size 16, and had a bunch of boyfriends who treated her like crap. What happened next? Well, when I met Paula, she had her stuff together. She was married, had a college degree, a Master's degree, and a loving husband. How did she go from the person she was at 28 to a 46-year-old with a wonderful life? Tune into our interview and get Paula's book, ThoughtSnob to hear her story. Link to book: https://a.co/d/5esIYs6 Paula can be found at http://www.paulaswope.com Paula Swope describes herself as a nerd disguised in Gucci sunglasses and 4” Jimmy Choos who will choose a scholarly article over something petty any day of the week. But those who follow her teachings consider her to be the most relatable self-help author they have ever known. Before becoming a self-empowerment expert, Paula Swope raised $60M for impoverished populations. When she was fenced in and punching a time clock, she said, “If I can make a living helping people, I’ll have it made.” That’s precisely what she did as a fundraiser and what she’s doing today as an author, social media influencer, podcast host, and life coach. Her life purpose is to help people transform their lives as she has, which inspired her to write her debut book, Thought SNOB: The Modern Spiritual Playbook for a Better Life. In addition to her bachelor’s and master’s degrees, Paula has three certifications from the prestigious Chopra Center. #hilaryburns #gettingrealwithhilary #realtalk #getreal #getfree #inspiration #paulaswope #thoughtsnob #author #fear #wealth #vulnerability #chopracertifiedinstructor #narcissist #Appalachia #mentalhealth #inflammation #bingedrinking #trauma #poverty #waynedyer #revenge #grantwriting #healthyrelationships #forgiveness #thegettingrealwithhilaryshow #prosperity #louisehay #bitterness #love #divorce…
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Title: S2 EP48 | Perception is Reality - How Is Yours? with David Booth with Deborah Shames From the entertainment business, two directors, a spokesman and an actor now train, coach and are keynote speakers. Their workshops, weekly tips, and books create effective speakers in up to 2 days. Don't believe it? I didn't either until I heard their stories and experienced their work. I delivered a speech during our interview with only 10 seconds of advance warning. And guess what? It was a blast. You'll never believe what I spoke about. Join Deborah and David on the Getting Real with Hilary Show if you ever wanted to communicate more effectively. Or if you know someone who you wish spoke more powerfully. Go to brieflyspeaking.biz to receive discounted pricing, signed copy of their books without paying shipping and handling. Sign up for their weekly speaker tip at: eloqui.biz/blog. It’s free of charge. Deborah and David are skilled directors and corporate spokespersons with years of experience in the entertainment industry, as well as the corporate arena. DEBORAH SHAMES: Prior to founding Eloqui with David Booth, Deborah was an award-winning director of film and TV. She founded the only female-owned production company in the San Francisco Bay Area--Focal Point Productions, which she ran for 15 years. Deborah has directed luminaries including Wendie Malick, Rita Moreno, Danny Glover, and Angela Lansbury. To launch three of her independent films, she formed the video distribution company Deborah Films. Today, Deborah is frequently engaged for national conferences as a keynote speaker or coach, and for leadership development training. Deborah specializes in working with female executives. She preps authors, CEO’s, Olympic athletes, and TV anchors before national media tours, and works with celebrities (e.g. Demi Moore) and on-air talent at major studios. Deborah led a prominent Calabasas business group for 15 years and was honored as “Consultant of the Year” by the San Fernando Valley Business Journal. Deborah’s book “Out Front: How Women Can Become Engaging, Memorable and Fearless Speakers”, published in 2016, resulted in her being awarded the “Author of Influence” by the Women of Influence National Organization. DAVID BOOTH: David has represented global corporations in trade shows throughout the U.S. and Europe. He has served as spokesman and on-camera narrator for hundreds of training videos in banking, technology, energy, and telecommunications. David has also guest-starred on television series including The Practice, Judging Amy, Gilmore Girls and played Drew Barrymore’s father in the film Scream. David designed the Advanced Acting Program at the Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, performed leading roles at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival and in the original ensemble of the Berkeley Repertory Theatre. He was Managing Director of the Tennessee Williams Center in Key West, FL and performed the title role in a Tennessee Williams world premiere. David and Deborah Shames are co-founders of Eloqui, a business communication and presentation training firm based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. They have translated performance techniques from the entertainment industry for business professionals. Eloqui training utilizes the latest research from cognitive sciences and impression management for how to be Memorable. Their latest publication “Briefly Speaking” is a 3-book set that covers everything a speaker needs to know to be successful. These tips represent 22 years of coaching, training and keynote speaking across many industries. Expected launch is fall of 2024. #DavidBooth #DeborahShames #hilaryburns #gettingrealwithhilary #realtalk #getreal #getfree #inspiration #presentations #speaking #coach #beyourself #communication #eloqui #brieflyspeaking #improv #perceptionisreality…
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Title: S2 EP46 | Saving the Number One Female Valet Service in Los Angeles with Gillian Harris Did you know there were female valet services? I did not, but I certainly received an education today during my fast-paced, exciting, and whirlwind interview today with Gillian Harris. Gillian started out in the radio business as a reporter, then spent years as a popular, well-known DJ in the LA area, and then, found herself out of a job. She was hired to run a female valet service. After her first ride, she was hooked. For the last 21 years she has been running her own, highly successful company called "Valley of the Dolls." It was named "Best Valet of LA," has served every White House, and has created a sisterhood of female valets. Gillian is moving on from the business and is looking for an entrepreneurial woman to seize the opportunity to take over her company. To get a feel for your new adventure, please watch the interview. You can reach out to Gillian at her website: Valetofthedolls.com Or email her at park@valetofthedolls.com. Thank you, Gillian, for the difference you make for women and for what you are doing for the planet. BIO: Despite the presence of over 100 valet companies in the city, women face significant barriers to entry in this field. While men with no experience can easily secure valet positions, women are consistently turned away. Valet Of The Dolls is the sole exception, offering women a fair shot in a male-dominated industry. Since its founding in 2003, Valet Of The Dolls has built a sterling reputation, becoming the preferred valet service for the entertainment industry and even the White House. In an era where women's rights and empowerment are under threat, current owner, Gillian Harris, has dedicated 21 years to leading the company with a vision of maintaining this legacy. She is committed to finding a successor who will uphold the company's mission of empowering women. She says, "14.7% of all valet attendants are women, while 85.3% are men." Gillian reveals that male competitors are eager to buy her company solely to capture its client base, aiming to eliminate the competition posed by female-led valet service. This stark reality underscores the importance of preserving Valet Of The Dolls. With hundreds of loyal customers and a team of ambitious women, the company’s motto, "A drive for ambition & an Ambition to Drive," epitomizes its spirit. Gillian is available for interviews to discuss the future of Valet Of The Dolls, the challenges facing women in the valet industry, and her vision for sustaining female empowerment in this unique field. Let’s ensure that the legacy of female valets continues to thrive in Los Angeles. Your coverage can make a pivotal difference. Gillian’s website: Valetofthedolls.com #GillianHarris #hilaryburns #gettingrealwithhilary #realtalk #getreal #getfree #inspiration #women’svalet #enterpreneurialopportunity #park #valetservices #women’svaletservices #LosAngelesvaletservices #sellingbusiness #radio #empoweringwomen #community #supportingwomen…
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Guest, Roger Friedman, The Equal Opportunity Critic
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