Coffee and Contemplation with Susan Dunlop

Susan Dunlop
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Welcome to Coffee and Contemplation with Susan Dunlop, a podcast that delves into raw and honest conversations with a variety of fascinating guests. Join us as we explore the intriguing stories and life lessons of individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the world. Susan's guests are leaders, believers, and creators, each deeply committed to their unique missions. We uncover the WHAT, HOW, and WHY behind their remarkable journeys. Tune in to Coffee and Contemplation with Susan Dunlop. Discover the stories that shape lives and transform perspectives.

  1. Ep. 80: Reimagining Work: The Four Day Week Revolution with Debbie Bailey

    12/23/2024

    Ep. 80: Reimagining Work: The Four Day Week Revolution with Debbie Bailey

    In this enlightening episode of the "Coffee and Contemplation" podcast, host Susan Dunlop sits down with Debbie Bailey, a renowned transformational leader and consultant partner at Four Day Week Global. With over 25 years of experience in changing the landscape of work in government, community development, and mental health sectors, Debbie shares invaluable insights into the powerful model of the Four Day Week. Dive deep into the conversation as Susan and Debbie unravel how this innovative approach is not just about working less, but working smarter. Discover the profound impacts of reduced work hours on productivity, employee well-being, and organisational success. From overcoming traditional work challenges to cultivating a mindset shift that promotes greater empowerment and engagement, you'll learn the key factors determining an organisation’s readiness for this groundbreaking change. Whether you're a leader seeking to transform your workplace or someone curious about the future of work, this episode offers practical takeaways, real-world examples, and substantial inspiration for anyone considering the Four Day Week model. Tune in and get ready to rethink work as you know it. If you'd like to speak with Debbie about the Four Day Week, contact us, and we will pass on your details. Email: connect@susandunlop.com.au www.susandunlop.com.au #fourdayweek #fourdayweekglobal #innovativeorganisations #organisationalchange #mindsetshift

    43 min
  2. Trailer: Soundbites talking about the Four Day Week with Debbie Bailey

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    Trailer: Soundbites talking about the Four Day Week with Debbie Bailey

    In these five minutes of SoundBites from Episode 80 of Coffee and Contemplation, Debbie Bailey, Consultant Partner at 4 Day Week Global, discusses the implementation of a four-day work week in a nonprofit organisation and explores the challenges and benefits it brings. Bailey shares her extensive experience in the not-for-profit sector, detailing the steps she took to propose and test the four-day week initiative. She highlights issues such as staff attraction, retention, and burnout in the mental health sector and how the reduced work week positively impacted these areas. The episode also addresses common misconceptions about the four-day work week, emphasising the importance of innovation, communication, and trust in making such changes successful. Real-world examples, including a U.S. police service, are cited to demonstrate the feasibility of the four-day week in client-facing roles.   00:00 Introduction to Non-Profit Challenges 00:19 Implementing the Four-Day Work Week 01:23 Early Results and Staff Feedback 01:42 Innovative Approaches in Healthcare 03:05 Misconceptions About the Four-Day Week 03:36 Real-World Success Stories 04:16 Motivating Organizational Change The full Episode of my conversation with Debbie Bailey will follow later today! #fourdayweek #fourdayweekglobal #innovativebusiness #organisationalchange

    5 min
  3. Ep. 79: Talking about Inspired Grief with author Vicki Goodman

    11/13/2024

    Ep. 79: Talking about Inspired Grief with author Vicki Goodman

    Episode 79 of Coffee and Contemplation with Susan Dunlop hosted guest Vicki Paris Goodman, an acclaimed author and former mechanical engineer who has transformed her personal grief into a powerful message of hope and optimism. Her book, 'To Sam, With Love: A Surviving Spouse's Story of Inspired Grief', chronicles her journey since the death of her beloved husband, Sam, and the unexpected positivity and guidance she received during her mourning. With a background in journalism and a passion for music, Vicki now resides in Prescott, Arizona, where she continues to write and inspire others. I have experienced grief in my own life, as have many close friends and family members. We also had the pleasure of hearing from Victoria Wilson-Crane, author of Sixteen Days, in an earlier podcast episode. Please note that the thoughts, beliefs, and perspectives shared by every guest, including Vicki's in this episode, reflect their personal journey. For Vicki, that journey is one of grief and healing. This conversation offers an interesting point of view that may or may not resonate with others who are walking their path forward after the passing of a loved one. Thus, I felt it would be respectful to state this, given each individual’s unique journey and circumstances. Please listen if you wish, if it might help you, and we hope you find value in the discussion. Vicki is currently working on her second book, Speed Bumps and Other Impediments to Life in the Fast Lane, which offers a humorous yet insightful look at life's trials from the perspective of a type A personality.

    41 min
  4. Ep. 78: Integrating Parts Work in Leadership with Brinn Langdale

    10/08/2024

    Ep. 78: Integrating Parts Work in Leadership with Brinn Langdale

    Join me this week on 'Coffee and Contemplation with Susan Dunlop' talking with guest, Brinn Langdale, LMFT. Brinn is a licensed holistic psychotherapist, coach, leadership mentor, and soon-to-be author who lives in North Carolina. Brinn refers to the way she operated in her teen years as being 'the poster child for trauma'. In her college years, prompted by a loved one, she dove in deep to make positive and lasting changes in her life. After experiencing an 8-day leadership program, Brinn has gone on to develop a practice as a licensed wholistic psychotherapist and coach, and is a voluntary leadership mentor with the same organisation she found helped her so much. Today's conversation is about professional empowerment and how her techniques, like EFT tapping and parts work, can be utilised for personal and leadership development. Brinn makes the concept of the inner child and inner critic and their roles in the imposter syndrome interesting and easy to see! She also shares practical self-development and self-care tools to enhance resilience, leadership, and mental wellness. This conversation is packed with actionable insights, perfect for leaders looking to address imposter syndrome. The transcript will be up on my blog later in the week at: https://www.susandunlop.com.au/blog Check out her Parts Work Project: A Workshop Series at ⁠https://brinnlangdale.myflodesk.com/partswork #traumahealing #leadershipdevelopment #partswork #innerchild #innercritic #impostersyndrome #mentalwellness

    46 min
  5. Soundbites: Integrating Parts Work in Leadership with Brinn Langdale

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    Soundbites: Integrating Parts Work in Leadership with Brinn Langdale

    These soundbites will capture your attention! A short trailer for the upcoming episode 78. Join host Susan Dunlop this week on 'Coffee and Contemplation' as she dives deep with Brinn Langdale from North Carolina. Brinn is a licensed wholistic psychotherapist, coach, leadership mentor, and soon-to-be author. Brinn refers to the way she operated in her teen years as being 'the poster child for trauma'. In her college years, prompted by a loved one, she dove in deep to make positive and lasting changes in her life. After experiencing a leadership program, Brinn has gone on to become a licensed psychotherapist, coach, and voluntary leadership mentor with the same organisation she found helped her so much. Today's conversation is about professional empowerment and how her techniques, like EFT tapping and parts work, can be utilised for personal and leadership development. In this episode, Brinn makes the concept of the inner child and inner critic and their roles in the imposter syndrome interesting and easy to see! Brinn shares practical self-development and self-care tools to enhance resilience, leadership, and mental wellness. Perfect for leaders looking to address imposter syndrome. This conversation is packed with actionable insights. Brinn’s contact details are Website: https://www.brinnlangdale.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brinnlangdale Check out her Parts Work Project: A Workshop Series at https://brinnlangdale.myflodesk.com/partswork

    6 min
  6. The Evolving Landscape of Career Fulfilment with Shate Hayes

    09/16/2024

    The Evolving Landscape of Career Fulfilment with Shate Hayes

    In this insightful episode, Shate Hayes, Founder and CEO of Career Steward Inc., in Atlanta, discusses the shifting mindset surrounding career fulfillment. We discuss how people today are more mindful and intentional about their professional lives, seeking satisfaction and purpose rather than just holding a job for its own sake. Shate shares her observations on this evolving trend and its impact on individuals and organisations. As promised, I am including Shate's Bio here: Shaté Hayes is the Founder and CEO of Career Steward Inc., a company dedicated to helping professionals find fulfilment and purpose in their careers. With a BA in Psychology from Spelman College and an MFA in Dance, Shaté began as a professional dancer and choreographer, performing extensively across the U.S. and China. Her transition into the corporate world saw her lead high-performing career programs teams and global Employee Resource Groups. She is the author of several books and numerous career and business articles, and she founded The Working Dancer before establishing Career Steward. Shaté is passionate about supporting professionals through career transitions and fostering environments where people feel valued and empowered. At the end of our conversation, Shate kindly offers access to⁠ lightmycareermatch.com,⁠ where you'll find Shate's Career or Business Match Guide and all her career insight and inspiration stories. The transcript from today's conversation will be published on my blog at www.susandunlop.com.au/blog this week, and it includes some illuminating facts and statistics I found in my preparation for this conversation with Shate that shed light on the current state of career fulfilment. Please tune in to understand how the work landscape changes and what it means to find satisfaction in your career. Don't miss this episode if you want to gain valuable insights into career fulfilment and how to navigate the modern job market with a purpose-driven approach.

    37 min
  7. Trailer: Soundbites talking about Career Fulfilment with Shate Hayes

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    Trailer: Soundbites talking about Career Fulfilment with Shate Hayes

    In this soundbites trailer to our full Episode 77, Shate Hayes, founder and CEO of Career Steward Inc, shares her insights on how the mindset towards career fulfilment has shifted significantly. She discusses how people today are more mindful of their professional lives, emphasising the importance of finding fulfilment and purpose in their careers rather than just having a job for the sake of it. Please tune in to explore the evolving landscape of work and what it means to find satisfaction in your career.

    3 min
  8. Power of TED* Insights and Advice for the Sceptics: Part 4 in Conversation with Sheri Lawrence

    09/05/2024

    Power of TED* Insights and Advice for the Sceptics: Part 4 in Conversation with Sheri Lawrence

    Welcome back to the final episode of our four-part mini series on the Transformative Power of TED* and the 3 Vital Questions! I'm Susan Dunlop, and I'm so happy to have the opportunity to chat again with Sheri Lawrence. In this episode, we will reflect on our key Insights from the four-part series and also look at “what could possibly go wrong” with bringing TED* and 3VQ into an organisation, or, to put it simply, Advice for the Sceptics. The idea of scepticism made me wonder what the common reservations and concerns are about implementing such a culture change in organisational settings. Whether you're a leader contemplating TED* for the first time or someone looking to deepen your understanding of how TED* can evolve within your organisation, this episode is for you. We’ll explore practical advice for replacing scepticism with a focus on inspired outcomes, adapting TED* to diverse contexts, and what the future holds for learning and development. So, let’s uncover how TED* can continue making a meaningful impact! All we need to do is start! I stated in the podcast that I would share the links to Forbes', Gallup and Harvard Business Review articles we mention in the episode. These can be found in my blog at www.susandunlop.com.au/blog Book Reference: The Power of TED* and The 3 Vital Questions, books by David Emerald, provide an in-depth look at the TED* framework and address common concerns through case studies and practical advice. In summary, TED* and 3VQ provide a practical, vision-driven approach to closing the gap between current performance and desired outcomes. By focusing on incremental progress, outcome-oriented planning, and maintaining a clear vision, these frameworks help businesses achieve their goals with less stress and greater efficiency. If you're interested in exploring how TED* and 3VQ can benefit your organisation, feel free to reach out for more information on implementing these powerful tools. I am one of the licensed facilitators delivering TED* and 3VQ. I am in Australia and work face-to-face or virtually, anywhere that makes good sense for time-zones and business hours. There are over 100 certified 3VQ trainers worldwide available to support you. I can put you in contact with those or please check out the Center for the Empowerment Dynamic website. Note if you’d like to purchase any of the online courses – message me as we trainers can secure you great rates on those licensed seats. If you’re interested in reading or listening to the founders’ books – both David Emerald and Donna Zajonc’s awarding winning books are available on Amazon. Another good tip there is if you want to buy those books in bulk and are not in the USA, Amazon allowed us free shipping eg. to the 50 staff in Hong Kong that worked out most cost effective. Was there one key takeaway or insight you jotted down from this conversation today? If you have any questions from today’s episode or any part of the series, please send them to me via email at connect@susandunlop.com.au. You can also message me on LinkedIn or Instagram, where I can be found simply as lead believe create.

    48 min
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Welcome to Coffee and Contemplation with Susan Dunlop, a podcast that delves into raw and honest conversations with a variety of fascinating guests. Join us as we explore the intriguing stories and life lessons of individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the world. Susan's guests are leaders, believers, and creators, each deeply committed to their unique missions. We uncover the WHAT, HOW, and WHY behind their remarkable journeys. Tune in to Coffee and Contemplation with Susan Dunlop. Discover the stories that shape lives and transform perspectives.

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