Mindset Zone Ana Melikian

“Choose to press the pause button.”

-Ana Melikian















In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, challenges listeners to imagine themselves as pencils—a seemingly simple tool with untapped potential. She delves into how the pencil symbolizes our innate ability to create, express, and make an impact and the crucial need to “sharpen” ourselves regularly to maintain effectiveness and precision.















Ana emphasizes that amidst the chaos of life and our myriad of excuses, it's essential to press the pause button, increase self-awareness, and recognize our true potential. The episode zeroes in on how mindsets are a vital tool for this transformation, helping us leverage strengths and compensate for weaknesses, ultimately leading us to live a more fulfilled and impactful life.







Listeners are invited to reflect on their own habits, the excuses that hold them back, and the small but significant steps they can take to realign with their goals. Ana also introduces her Mindset Zone book, filled with further insights and practical guidance, encouraging everyone to dive deeper into mindset work.







Let's dive in!















This week on The Mindset Zone:









* 00:00 Introduction: Imagine You Are a Pencil







* 00:33 Meet Your Host: Ana Melikian







* 01:16 The Power of Self-Awareness







* 01:54 Sharpening Your Pencil: Practical Steps







* 04:08 Understanding and Leveraging Mindsets







* 04:36 Conclusion and Next Steps

































Meet Your Host:







Ana Melikian, Ph.D., advises leaders on how to amplify impact while avoiding burnout. She is passionate about teaching others how to unlock their human potential using simple and powerful approaches such as her P.I.E. method.















𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭?







Set a time to speak with Ana HERE and learn about your (or your team's) burnout risk and how to enhance well-being, effectiveness, and teamwork!















Connect with:









* Ana on LinkedIn

















Resources:









* BOOK: MINDSET ZONE: Actualize Your Human Potential

















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Expand What’s Possible

“Mindsets are habits of mind.”

-Ana Melikian















In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, revisits a significant discussion on leveraging the power of mindsets to unlock human potential. Originally recorded in January 2023, this rebroadcast celebrates the release of her book, “Mindset Zone,” which delves deep into how our mindsets can shape our possibilities.







Ana outlines three primary approaches to understanding mindsets:















– Mindsets as beliefs, popularized by positive psychology and Dr. Carol Dweck's work on fixed and growth mindsets.







– Mindsets as information processing styles, stemming from cognitive psychology research on goal setting and implementation.







– Mindsets as lenses or filters, frequently utilized in organizational leadership to comprehend worldviews and frames of reference.







She shares personal anecdotes, such as her journey with dyslexia, to illustrate the impact of adopting a growth mindset and the importance of understanding our cognitive processes.







Ana emphasizes the need for a holistic perspective on mindsets, considering both internal and external dimensions, as well as the systemic contexts in which we operate. This comprehensive approach not only fosters personal transformation but can also catalyze innovation and problem-solving in teams and organizations.







Tune in to explore these insights and discover how expanding your mindset can significantly elevate your impact and avoid burnout.







Let's dive in!















This week on The Mindset Zone:









* 00:00 Introduction and Welcome







* 01:02 Announcement of Book Launch







* 02:31 Defining Mindsets and Their Approaches







* 04:13 Fixed vs. Growth Mindsets







* 07:53 Cognitive Psychology on Mindsets







* 10:09 Mindsets as Cognitive Filters







* 12:00 The Power of Inner and Outer Dimensions







* 14:38 Holistic Framework for Expanding Possibilities







* 16:00 The Etymology of “Mindset”







* 18:56 Conclusion and Invitation to Follow the Podcast







* 20:25 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

































Meet Your Host:







Ana Melikian, Ph.D., advises leaders on how to amplify impact while avoiding burnout. She is passionate about teaching others how to unlock their human potential using simple and powerful approaches such as her P.I.E. method.















𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭?







Set a time to speak with Ana HERE and learn about your (or your team's) burnout risk and how to enhance well-being, effectiveness, and teamwork!















Connect with:









* Ana on LinkedIn

















Resources:

“Mindsets are habits of mind.”

-Ana Melikian















In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, celebrates the release of her new book, “MINDSET ZONE: Actualize Your Human Potential.” Ana discusses the motivation behind writing the book and shares insights about the diverse definitions of mindset and their origins. She explains how she sees mindsets as habits of mind that can be changed and optimized for personal and professional growth.







Ana recounts the exciting launch week where her book achieved various top rankings on Amazon, including number one in organizational learning.







































She expresses gratitude for the support of her community and illustrates how her book aims to help readers expand their mindsets and try new approaches.







Ana introduces the P.I.E. Method (Pause, Increase self-awareness, Embrace experimentation), which is designed to help individuals develop effective mindsets. She believes that making pauses, increasing self-awareness, and experimenting without fear of failure are keys to unlocking one's potential.







The episode also touches on universal practices for mindset enhancement, like the importance of maintaining a beginner’s mind and continuously learning new things.







Let's dive in!















This week on The Mindset Zone:









* 00:00 Introduction and Welcome







* 00:50 Motivation Behind Writing the Book







* 01:41 Book Launch Celebration and Amazon Rankings







* 03:18 Diverse Definitions of Mindset







* 05:54 Origins of the Word ‘Mindset’







* 06:52 The Concept of Habits of Mind







* 07:46 Practical Approaches to Changing Mindsets







* 09:16 Importance of Pauses (PIE Method)







* 10:09 Increasing Self-awareness and Embracing Experimentation







* 12:04 Cultivating a Beginner’s Mind







* 12:19 Book Availability on Amazon







* 13:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts







* 13:51 Expand What's Possible

































Meet Your Host:







Ana Melikian, Ph.D., advises leaders on how to amplify impact while avoiding burnout. She is passionate about teaching others how to unlock their human potential using simple and powerful approaches such as her P.I.E. method.







𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭?







Set a time to speak with Ana HERE and learn about your (or your team's) burnout risk and how to enhance well-being, effectiveness, and teamwork!















Connect with:









* Ana on LinkedIn

















Resources:

“There's a bigger purpose for you.”

-Dawn Marie Rapaport















In this episode, host Ana Melikian is joined by Dawn Marie Rapaport, the inspiring founder of HELP (Homeless Engagement Lift Partnership). Dawn Marie shares her remarkable journey from experiencing homelessness herself as a child to creating a transformative organization that now serves over 300 schools with their H.E.L.P.Snackz program.







Dawn Marie recounts the struggles and traumas she faced growing up homeless in Arizona and how her grandfather's positive messages helped her persevere. She discusses the pivotal moment that led her to start HELP and how the organization has evolved over 13 years. The conversation delves into the powerful impact of H.E.L.P.Snackz and the personalized messages that uplift the spirits of at-risk children.















Ana and Dawn Marie explore the ripple effect of one person making a difference, the importance of empowering homeless children, and the various programs HELP offers to break the cycle of homelessness. They also discuss the vital role of community support, partnerships, and volunteers in sustaining HELP's mission.







Join us in this heartfelt episode that showcases the power of resilience, positivity, and community in transforming lives and expanding what’s possible.







Let's dive in!















This week on The Mindset Zone:









* 00:00 Expanding Impact in School Districts with Help Snacks







* 00:33 Meet Ana Melikian: Mission to Support and Avoid Burnout







* 01:16 Introducing Dawn Marie Rappaport and Her Mission







* 02:03 Dawn Marie's Personal Journey from Homelessness to Helping Others







* 07:20 The Birth of a Life-Changing Organization







* 10:51 The Evolution of Help Snacks: From Idea to Impact







* 15:58 Expanding Support Beyond Food: Life Skills and Community Engagement







* 18:55 Harnessing Community Support and Volunteer Power







* 22:07 How to Get Involved and Support the Cause







* 24:04 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement to Make a Difference

































Meet the Guest:







Dawn Marie Rapaport is the founder of the Homeless Engagement Lift Partnership (H.E.L.P.), transforming the lives of families with children for over 13 years. Her personal experience with homelessness fuels her empathy and dedication, driving her to help families transition out of homelessness. Dawn Marie's efforts extend to educating and mobilizing the community, becoming a respected voice in the field.







Creating and nurturing H.E.L.P. has been both the most challenging and rewarding endeavor of Dawn Marie’s life. Her unwavering determination to improve the system, work on prevention and reduce the size of the Family homeless community continues to drive her mission forward.















Connect with:









* Dawn Marie Rapaport on LinkedIn

















Resources:

“AI is a 100-foot wave. It's going to disrupt everything in a directly or indirectly.”

-Ana Melikian















In this episode, host Ana Melikian, delves into the intriguing topic of AI and its impact on our emotions and humanity. Ana explores how AI, much like a 100-foot wave, is a force of disruption that brings with it a mix of excitement and apprehension.







Ana discusses various audience reactions to AI, ranging from curiosity and amazement to discomfort and skepticism. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging these diverse feelings and leveraging them to navigate the AI wave effectively.







Ana shares her innovative approach of using AI avatars in her presentations to engage audiences and gather their emotional responses via surveys, creating fascinating insights.















She highlights the need for a balanced approach to AI, urging listeners to neither ignore nor be overwhelmed by it. Instead, Ana encourages adopting a strategy akin to surfing the 100-foot wave—embracing AI while safeguarding human potential and well-being. She underscores the importance of collective effort, comparing it to the teamwork seen in big wave surfing to ensure AI enhances rather than detracts from humanity.







Tune in to explore how to press the pause button, increase self-awareness, and embrace an experimentation mindset to harness AI's potential without falling into burnout.







Ana calls for diverse, humanistic voices to join the conversation, ensuring a holistic approach to AI's integration into our lives.







Let's dive in!















This week on The Mindset Zone:









* 00:00 Introduction and Welcome







* 00:59 AI and Human Response







* 02:12 Using AI Avatars in Presentations







* 03:24 Audience Reactions and Emotional Responses to AI







* 05:15 The Importance of a Balanced Approach to AI







* 07:02 Surfing the 100-Foot AI Wave: A Team Effort







* 10:00 Pressing Pause and Increasing Self-Awareness







* 12:00 Embracing Experimentation Mindset







* 16:51 Bringing Humanistic Voices to the AI Conversation







* 18:16 Conclusion and Call for Listener Input

































Meet Your Host:







Ana Melikian, Ph.D., advises leaders on how to amplify impact while avoiding burnout. She is passionate about teaching others how to unlock their human potential using simple and powerful approaches such as her P.I.E. method.







𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭?







Set a time to speak with Ana HERE and learn about your (or your team's) burnout risk and how to enhance well-being, effectiveness, and teamwork!















Connect with:









* Ana on LinkedIn

















Resources:









* Survey – AI – How does it make ...

“Celebrating craft, celebrating what you're good at, is what I wanna spend my life's work on.”

-Adam McKee















In this episode, host Ana Melikian is joined by Adam McKee, a visionary small business owner and craftsman from Lincoln, Nebraska. Adam delves into the ethos of celebrating craft in both business and life, sharing his experiences from taking over Contemporary Woods, a custom cabinetry business specializing in high-end homes.







Ana and Adam discuss the intricate relationship between craftsmanship and mindset, emphasizing the importance of focusing on both the tangible and intangible aspects of one's work. Adam sheds light on his personal journey, detailing the highs and lows of entrepreneurship and the transformative power of continuous learning and community engagement.















The conversation also covers strategic and tactical approaches to business, highlighting how maintaining high standards and fostering a culture of teamwork and improvement can propel a business forward. Adam's commitment to changing the legacy of his last name and enhancing the lives of those around him through his work truly encapsulates the spirit of celebrating craft.







Let's dive in!















This week on The Mindset Zone:









* 00:00 Introduction and Welcome







* 00:21 Ana introduces Adam McKee and the theme of the episode







* 01:33 Adam discusses his background and his business, Contemporary Woods







* 02:33 The concept of celebrating craft and its impact on personal and professional life







* 04:23 Exploring the deeper values behind craftsmanship







* 07:15 The transition from being a craftsman to a business owner







* 10:14 Strategic and tactical learning in business development







* 13:09 The importance of culture and core values in a business setting







* 16:18 Learning from books and the significance of choosing the right mentors







* 19:24 Discussion on personal growth and legacy within family and business







* 22:50 Final thoughts and where to find more about Adam and his work

































Meet Meet the Guest:







Adam McKee is the owner of Contemporary Woods, a family-owned small business that serves their local community by delivering fine craftsmanship with integrity and creativity.















Connect with:









* Adam McKee's LinkedIn







* ContemporaryWoods.com







* Instagram @contemporary_woods

























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