Life Habits

Karel Vredenburg & Paige Heron
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Life Habits

Hosted by Karel Vredenburg and Paige Heron, this podcast provides valuable insights and strategies for improving your daily routines. Get inspired to make positive changes in your life and unlock your full potential. With expert interviews, practical tips, and real-life stories, this podcast is your go-to resource for developing healthy habits and achieving success.

  1. 20 HR. AGO

    LH152 — Gender Equality: We All Need to do Better

    In this episode, Karel discusses the current state of gender equality, reflecting on the progress made and, importantly, the challenges that remain. He emphasizes the importance of individual actions in promoting gender equality and shares practical advice for everyone. The episode also includes a edited reprised previous episode on gender equality, reviewing skills and habits that you can adopt individually to make a difference.

  2. OCT 16

    LH151 — Dealing with Job Loss

    In this episode, Karel and Google UX Director Javier Bargas discuss the challenges and strategies associated with job loss and the job search process. They emphasize the importance of self-care, understanding the current job market dynamics, and building effective job search routines. Javier shares insights on preparing application materials, networking, and navigating the interview process, while also addressing the emotional impact of job loss and the need for resilience. The discussion concludes with encouragement to leverage volunteer work for experience and to maintain a positive outlook during challenging times.

    52 min

  3. OCT 9

    LH150 — 7 Rules of Self-Reliance

    In this episode, we dive into the powerful principles from Seven Rules of Self-Reliance, the brand-new book by renowned author and communications expert, Maha Abouelenein. Fresh off the book’s release, Maha shares actionable insights on how self-reliance can be the key to unlocking personal and professional success. Discover how to stay focused, build a resilient mindset, and navigate obstacles with confidence. Maha also explores the critical role of reputation and relationship-building, offering practical advice on authenticity, patience, and knowing when to ask for help. Whether you’re looking to transform your career or strengthen your personal growth, Maha’s wisdom will inspire you to craft a life-changing narrative. Don’t miss this conversation—it’s packed with strategies to help you believe in yourself and take charge of your future.

    35 min

  4. OCT 2

    LH149 — Feeding Your Soul with Purpose and Meaning

    Karel devotes this episode to a topic that has been central to his life—feeding your soul with purpose and meaning. He makes the case for exploring a more fulfilling life going beyond simply feeding your wallet by also feeding your soul. After charactering the situation many people are in of being stressed and burned out, Karel outlines his own approach to always balancing his life with outside interests that have purpose and meaning to him. He then outlines three approaches to determining what would feed your soul and how to realize it.

    28 min

  5. SEP 25

    LH148 — The Influencers in my Life

    In this episode, Karel reflects on the two people who have had the greatest influence in his life. These aren't your typical current social media influencers. They're instead people who provided him insights, lessons, and habits for everyday life. The first is the late Stephen R. Covey and second is Gerritdina Leida Vredenburg, Karel’s late mother. He recorded a tribute episode after each of these influencers in his life passed away. Covey published a book "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" in 1989. Karel read it that same year and it changed his life. In fact, that book also inspired the creation of this podcast series 16 1/2 years ago. Karel’s late mother was and still is the most influential person in his life sharing her wisdom, creativity, and iconoclastic perspective on life. Karel reprises edited versions of the two previous episodes that detailed the key lessons each of these influencers taught him and we hope that you too will find them inspirational.

    46 min

  6. SEP 18

    LH147 — Honing Your Leadership Skills

    In this episode, Karel speaks with Joe Byerly, a recently retired 20 year senior leader in the U.S. Army, the author of My Green Notebook, and the founder of the From the Green Notebook blog and podcast. Joe described the role of the green notebook in the army and the ingredients that he considers key to his successful career as a leader. He shares his insights on honing leadership skills, drawing from his extensive experience in the military and his journey into civilian life. He emphasizes the importance of journaling for self-discovery, reading for leadership growth, and the need for emotional intelligence in decision-making. Joe discusses the challenges of leadership, the transition from military to civilian roles, and the significance of building a supportive community. He provides practical advice for aspiring leaders, encouraging them to reflect on their experiences and prioritize personal growth.

    45 min

  7. SEP 11

    LH146 — Finding Your Superpower

    In this episode, Karel and Judy Wilkins-Smith discuss how to uncover and maximize your superpowers. They explore the concept of superpowers as the unique skills and qualities that individuals possess and how they can be developed and amplified. They also delve into the importance of understanding and acknowledging the emotional inheritance from our ancestors and how it shapes our behaviors and beliefs. Judy shares practical steps for listeners to identify their superpowers and work towards their goals.

    38 min

  8. SEP 4

    LH145 — Life and Career Lessons

    In this episode, Karel shares his career and life lessons after retiring from a successful 36-year career at IBM and co-founding the Habits for a Better World nonprofit. Before leaving IBM, Karel went on a global nine design studio tour during which he met with staff one-on-one and in groups and he also reflected on his career and shared his life and career lessons. The staff and others on LinkedIn who heard about the presentation encouraged him to share his reflection and insights on the podcast. This episode was the result. Enjoy!

    42 min
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Hosted by Karel Vredenburg and Paige Heron, this podcast provides valuable insights and strategies for improving your daily routines. Get inspired to make positive changes in your life and unlock your full potential. With expert interviews, practical tips, and real-life stories, this podcast is your go-to resource for developing healthy habits and achieving success.

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  • Creator
    Karel Vredenburg & Paige Heron
  • Years Active
    2008 - 2024
  • Episodes
    152
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2014 Life Habits Mentoring
  • Show Website
    Life Habits

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