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See & Free Studio Season, Episode 15 with writer, director, entrepreneur and futurist Michael Shaun Conaway
How do we want to be? As a world, as communities, as organizations, and as individuals? How do we live to make a difference? That is the question Michael Shaun Conaway ponders every day. His USD. To unleash the greatness of people and organizations to bring about a thriving future for humanity. To that end, he’s spent his career encouraging others to find the unique expression of themselves so they may make a profound impact in life. Many years ago, Michael Shaun discovered that he had no trouble tapping into his passions, but that they were focused in many diffuse ways. It took time to realize that the best way to make an impact is to tie his passion to his ultimate purpose - that thing that is so important that it gives you connection and energy…the ability to find your “wings.” And now he is soaring. In his recent film We Rise Up, he met with 150 inspirational global leaders including the Dalai Lama, Richard Branson, and Tony Robbins to re-envision our future and what’s possible over the next 100 years of humanity. The focus of the film is to imagine a world where we are all living in purpose and doing amazing things to solve incredible challenges. And as co-creator of the Generative Futures Institute, Michael Shaun continues to bring people together to create a thriving future for humanity and our way forward…bringing together problem solvers from all parts of the world and all walks of life to build shared visions and solutions that give us hope for what we can do together…in purpose. Or what we call at See & Free Studio…our USD. Come learn about Michael Shaun and The Generative Futures Initiative.

See & Free Studio Season 2, Episode 14 with the accomplished Sabrina Bier, who proves that success and fulfillment can emerge from overcoming tragedy
Sabrina Bier is a successful Chicago real estate broker & expert, accomplished speaker and trainer, brand strategist and philanthropist. Fueling her success is the ability to thrive despite a number of invisible hurdles and struggles. Sabrina thrived through a terrible tragedy finding the support, energy, strength and mindset to overcome subsequent obstacles. She found her source of strength in her USD - her ability to vocalize her circumstances but more importantly sharing the ways she prevailed over them. Her message is that we don’t need to let the “terrible” define us, but instead motivate us and lift others up in the process. Sabrina is proof that you can be both successful and vulnerable, giving others hope that they too can prevail over pain by leaning on each other. As she shares, “you can’t experience the highs in life if you haven’t experienced the lows” - both can motivate and fuel you and connect you to communities of tried and true friendships who empathize with and support you. And that is what Sabrina is doing now - creating community - for those with chronic illness, for her foster children, and for those in need in her hometown of Chicago. Check out Sabrina’s episode and learn more about her nonprofit Re-Connect Chicago (https://www.re-connectchicago.org/).

Link: https://youtu.be/V-sCNfXQAlM

See & Free Studio, Season 2 Episode 13 with renowned stylist and Bravo’s Shear Genius winner Anthony Morrison

Proud West Londoner Anthony Morrison knew he wanted to be a hairdresser at age 8. That dream not only became a reality, but he became one of the most renowned stylists in the World as winner of Bravo’s inaugural season of Shear Genius and as a member of TLC’s “Glam Squad” on 10 Years Younger. It is no surprise that Anthony’s USD is to make every day better than the day before and to make everyone’s life brighter and more beautiful. Anthony uses his creative talents to create a unique space and community where his customers have an unforgettable experience. He’s done just that with The Londoner Salon in Hermosa Beach, where he’s modeled the salon after an English tea garden as LA’s first and only Open (H)air Salon - something that made The Londoner one of the most coveted salons to visit during the pandemic. Come learn about Anthony, his USD, and his commitment to Comfort Human - a nonprofit organization dedicated to aiding people suffering with Alzheimer’s.

See & Free Studio, Season 2 Episode 12 with former Wish kid and cancer survivor Nick Lynch, bringing his USD to connect brands and nonprofits for social impact
Recognizing the major headwinds faced by nonprofits to generate awareness and revenue during the pandemic, Nick Lynch made it his personal mission to unlock cause marketing and social media to help these organizations increase their reach and hit their goals. Nick’s USD? To be a channel for positive outcomes. Understanding the true power of a nonprofit’s mission - Nick’s using his own story, experience and knowledge to amplify their cause. Nick is now comfortable, actually now enthusiastic about sharing his own story as a cancer survivor and former Wish kid. He provides the context and creates the empathy that helps brand and business leaders understand how powerful their impact can be. Through his company Collidescope.io, Nick is helping brands put real effort and dollars behind social impact. Bringing his USD and his expertise in advertising and performance marketing, Collidescope.io has raised $1M in the last year for nonprofits during a time that they could be significantly limited by constraints. Come hear how Nick is creating the platform for collaboration, connection and social impact and support Make-a-Wish Greater Los Angeles (http://site.wish.org/goto/mawgla2020)


https://youtu.be/xt1ZoBwr12E

See & Free Studio Season 2, Episode 11 with guests and LMU grad students Evanne Drucker, Alexandra O’Hagan Padron, and Ryan Robles

In this special episode, we’ve invited three incredible grad students to the show who are facing major life milestones in the midst of one of the most incomprehensible times in our lives. Evanne, Alex and Ryan have spent the last few months exploring their USD’s and appreciating how knowing what makes them “unique, special & different” informs their life choices, perspectives, and their career paths. Come be inspired by these emerging leaders as they share their stories and aspirations. We’ll also share our tips for everyone who’s seeking purpose and new opportunities in your career.

For one hour of free career coaching, be the first person to email me at thestudio@seeandfreeconsulting.com.

See & Free Studio, Season 2 Episode 10 with Di Ciruolo, queer, Latin mom and fierce advocate for all humans to be 100% themselves in the workplace
Di Ciruolo is Head of Inclusion at Jambb, a Blockchain Technology company - comedians and entertainers to release NFT’s (moments) that people want to collect and trade. She is on a mission to raise awareness around diversity and inclusion within this prolific industry and the tech industry in general. Her focus is to raise awareness and break down barriers for those who may be marginalized in the workplace. Her experience in foster care sparked her awareness that she didn’t fit into boxes; she had a unique outsider’s view of society and systems of power. Over time, Di realized that conventional narratives didn’t fit her experience, and that there were barriers to entry that she had to overcome due to her identity and experience. So rather than try to fit into the boxes or let those barriers deter her, she embraced her USD which is to live outside of others’ boxes and to provide the space for others to live and thrive outside of these same “norms.” Her message for business leaders: The goal is not to assimilate everyone to a heteronormative male MO; it is to provide the environment and circumstances for all people to be their unique selves and contribute to the success of the organization. And her message to everyone who cares about making our workplaces more diverse and inclusive, hold onto and stay true to your “why” - that is your source of resilience. Both of these messages are core to her book, “Ally Up: The Definitive Guide to Building More Inclusive, Innovative and Productive Teams.” Please come learn about Di Ciruolo, her story, and Together We Rise (https://www.togetherwerise.org/donate/) - a nonprofit supporting foster kids and getting them essential items they need to feel like the loved children they are.  



Link: https://youtu.be/1U2R6Ioih28