44 min
Creating a Culture of Support in the Face of Addiction with Wendy White Evolving to Exceptional with Jessica Tietjen
-
- Self-Improvement
Description:
In this eye-opening episode of the Evolving To Exceptional Podcast, host Jessica Tietjen chats with Wendy White, CEO of Face It Together. They dive deep into the complex world of addiction, discussing its implications on mental and physical health and how it permeates into personal relationships and workplace interactions. Wendy provides insights into the various strategies her organization offers to support individuals struggling with addiction, including one-on-one peer coaching and bespoke programming for their loved ones. Together, they debunk common misconceptions about addiction, discuss healthier coping mechanisms for stress, and highlight the instrumental role workplaces can play in creating a supportive environment. Tune in to this episode to learn more about creating a shift in mindsets surrounding addiction and how we can all contribute to a healthier, addiction-aware society.
Bio
Wendy White has been CEO of Face It TOGETHER since 2020. Wendy enjoys promoting wellness with those she encounters and helping change the narrative around addiction. She’s focused on creating a sustainable organization with innovation and financial rigor. Her favorite things are watching the growth of team members and hearing stories of hope and wellness from our members. Creating a workplace culture that focuses on the importance of health and wellness is a critical component of her job.
Prior to joining the Face It TOGETHER team, Wendy worked in healthcare for almost 20 years. She focused primarily on supporting clinicians and patient outcomes through the use of clinical systems. Wendy has a bachelor’s degree in biology and clinical lab science (ASCP) and a master’s in business administration.
Wendy stays busy with her husband, four kids, and two dogs. She enjoys camping and boating with her family for as long as the weather allows. She finds peace and self-care through yoga, exercise, and the support of close friends. She loves to travel, but with four kids it means long road trips. Looking toward retirement, Wendy and her husband plan to live on a boat and complete the Great Loop.
Website - https://www.evolvingtoexceptional.com/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/evolving-to-exceptional/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jessicatietjenj
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Evolving-To-Exceptional-109687844842573
Buy The Exceptional Life R-Evolution book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1952566282/
Get the first Chapter of The Exceptional Life R-Evolution Free at: https://www.evolvingtoexceptional.com/firstchapterfreedownload
---
Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessicatietjen/support
Description:
In this eye-opening episode of the Evolving To Exceptional Podcast, host Jessica Tietjen chats with Wendy White, CEO of Face It Together. They dive deep into the complex world of addiction, discussing its implications on mental and physical health and how it permeates into personal relationships and workplace interactions. Wendy provides insights into the various strategies her organization offers to support individuals struggling with addiction, including one-on-one peer coaching and bespoke programming for their loved ones. Together, they debunk common misconceptions about addiction, discuss healthier coping mechanisms for stress, and highlight the instrumental role workplaces can play in creating a supportive environment. Tune in to this episode to learn more about creating a shift in mindsets surrounding addiction and how we can all contribute to a healthier, addiction-aware society.
Bio
Wendy White has been CEO of Face It TOGETHER since 2020. Wendy enjoys promoting wellness with those she encounters and helping change the narrative around addiction. She’s focused on creating a sustainable organization with innovation and financial rigor. Her favorite things are watching the growth of team members and hearing stories of hope and wellness from our members. Creating a workplace culture that focuses on the importance of health and wellness is a critical component of her job.
Prior to joining the Face It TOGETHER team, Wendy worked in healthcare for almost 20 years. She focused primarily on supporting clinicians and patient outcomes through the use of clinical systems. Wendy has a bachelor’s degree in biology and clinical lab science (ASCP) and a master’s in business administration.
Wendy stays busy with her husband, four kids, and two dogs. She enjoys camping and boating with her family for as long as the weather allows. She finds peace and self-care through yoga, exercise, and the support of close friends. She loves to travel, but with four kids it means long road trips. Looking toward retirement, Wendy and her husband plan to live on a boat and complete the Great Loop.
Website - https://www.evolvingtoexceptional.com/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/evolving-to-exceptional/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jessicatietjenj
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Evolving-To-Exceptional-109687844842573
Buy The Exceptional Life R-Evolution book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1952566282/
Get the first Chapter of The Exceptional Life R-Evolution Free at: https://www.evolvingtoexceptional.com/firstchapterfreedownload
---
Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessicatietjen/support
44 min