The Bold Lounge Leigh Burgess

About This Episode
As a speaker, author, technology marketer and product executive, Mirna Eusebio Lithgow is an expert in guiding anyone ready to undertake bold changes in their life, infusing courage and strategy into their decision-making process. Throughout this episode, she delves into the resistance we often associate with change and why these reactions occur, both psychologically and physically. Mirna offers a profound shift in perspective, promoting the idea of a "leaper's mindset," where change is seen not as a threat but as a catalyst for growth. She introduces her eight-step playbook, a strategic framework for planning and executing life changes that can guide listeners through the uncertainty of transformation. This is the focus of her new book, Leap Out of Your Lane. For founders, entrepreneurs, and those contemplating a significant shift, Mirna's strategies are invaluable. Her book acts as a navigation tool for pivotal changes, providing the foundation for planning, executing, and adapting in a dynamic landscape. Tune in to hear how courage, strategic planning, and adaptability can enable you to make bold transitions and redefine the boundaries of your success.
 
About Mirna Eusebio Lithgow
Mirna Eusebio Lithgow is an award-winning and high-achieving technology marketer and product executive with over twenty years of multinational experience managing brands, P&L, and product portfolios of up to $10 billion in Fortune 500 companies such as Verizon, France Telecom/Orange, and Optimum. A sought-after thought leader, speaker, board member, and trusted C-level advisor in digital and business transformation, as Founder and CEO of LeapView Group. Mirna is a women’s leadership advocate and a passionate supporter of technology, education, and entrepreneurship. She is a marketing and corporate finance graduate from Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra, and she has a master’s in marketing from Barna School of Business/EADA Barcelona, with management and leadership studies at Illinois State University, Women in Cable Telecommunications BMLI, and Standford Graduate School of Business. Mirna is also a founding member at CHIEF, WICT Network Prime Access mentor, and American Red Cross NY/LI Board Member. Drawing from experience and stories from exceptional leaders, Mirna shares her playbook to embrace change and make it your currency as the author of Leap Out of Your Lane. 
 
Additional Resources
Website: www.mirnaeusebiolithgow.com
Buy Her New Book: www.leapoutofyourlane.com
Instagram: @mirnaeusebiolithgow
LinkedIn: @MirnaEusebioLithgow

About This Episode
Heather Monahan's journey began with a shock- a sudden termination from a career that had defined her professional life. Yet, this unexpected change was the catalyst for a period of bold reinvention. Now a best-selling author of two books, Confidence Creator and Ovecome Your Villains, Heather is also a sought-after keynote speaker and podcast host. Her experience underscores a vital lesson: setbacks can set the stage for comebacks if met with the right mindset. As Heather describes her bold journey, she delves into the importance of confidence and recognizing your own unique value. From personal relationships to faith, each area where confidence is fostered contributes to a more resilient and assertive you. This episode is more than just a story of personal achievement; it's an inspiration for anyone facing doubts or setbacks. By embracing boldness, cultivating confidence, and taking deliberate action, success is not just possible- it's inevitable. So, if you're looking for a spark to kickstart your own journey of reinvention, this podcast episode is a must-listen.
 
About Heather Monahan
Heather Monahan is a best-selling author, Top 50 keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, podcast host, and Board Member of Healthlynked Corporation.  As a former C-suite executive in media, she was named one of the most Influential Women in Radio in 2017, and Thrive Global named her a Limit Breaking Female Founder in 2018.  After an unexpected termination, Heather wrote and self-published her first book, Confidence Creator. In 2019 Heather launched her podcast Creating Confidence, a Top 25 show on Apple Podcast’s Business chart weekly.  Heather was named one of the Top 40 Female Keynote Speakers of 2020 and Top 50 Keynote Speakers in the World in 2022 by Real Leaders. Girls Club named her The Thought Leader of the Year in 2021 and in 2023 she was highlighted on Favikon’s Top 200 Linkedin Creator List.  Her second book, Overcome Your Villains, published by Harper Collins Leadership, is available now.
 
Additional Resources
Website: www.heathermonahan.com
Apply for Heather’s Mastermind: https://heathermonahan.com/the-elite-mastermind/
Connect with Heather: https://linktr.ee/heathermonahan
LinkedIn: @HeatherMonahan

About This Episode
What if we could harness the power of change, transforming it into a propellant for growth and innovation? This is the core theme explored in this episode with Cassandra Worthy, a change enthusiast and expert in leading through transformation. Cassandra explains how real transformation occurs when we make conscious, incremental choices that spark significant change, a topic covered in her bestselling book Change Enthusiasm: How to Harness the Power of Emotion for Leadership and Success. She challenges the outdated linear models of change management and proposes a dynamic, motivation-centric approach. Her perspective shifts the paradigm from seeing change as a series of obstacles to viewing it as a series of opportunities, each leading us to grow and evolve. She also describes the importance of emotional intelligence and encourages listeners to sit with their difficult emotions, to use them as a means of discovering growth opportunities. For anyone looking to break free from stagnation or hesitation, this episode offers the inspiration and practical tactics to make that leap towards a more resilient, enthusiastic, and successful future.
 
About Cassandra Worthy
Cassandra Worthy enables organizations and individuals to grow through major change and significant shift by harnessing the power of emotion. Whether undergoing a merger, acquisition, start-up, explosive growth, or significant contraction, the strategies and tools of Change Enthusiasm are motivating and energizing workforces worldwide. Her leadership development and consulting company was birthed from the pain and challenges she overcame as a corporate executive. Cassandra’s client base spans the Fortune 500, including Microsoft, Google, Bank of America, the NFL, and Disney. She's a chemical engineer by training and also brings over a decade of M&A experience distilled down into the critical leadership traits required to lead with exception during times of change and transformation. She's the author of Change Enthusiasm: How to Harness the Power of Emotion for Leadership and Success.
 
Additional Resources
Website: www.cassandraworthy.com
Get More Inspiration & Free Resources:  https://changeenthusiasmglobal.com/anthem/
Get Cassandra’s Best-Selling book:  https://changeenthusiasmglobal.com/book/
LinkedIn: @CassandraWorthy

About This Episode
Join us for a very special episode with three incredible guests, Elisa Arias, Kate Knight and Jeff Hamaoui, who exemplify the transformative power of regenerative living and how it fosters thriving communities and a healthier planet. Farm manager Elisa delves into the importance of being present, and she embodies the concept of living in reciprocity with the Earth. Kate's transformative approach to urban gardens turns small spaces into sustainable oases that can have a substantial impact on the environment, the community, and your personal well-being. And as the co-founder of the Modern Elder Academy Jeff brings wisdom from his firsthand experience in developing a regenerative community in Baja. The discussion underscores that meaningful environmental contributions don't require grand gestures but can start with small, localized efforts such as welcoming more people to our table, nurturing our gardens, and fostering a welcoming atmosphere within our neighborhoods. They each remind us that the journey to a sustainable future is a collective endeavor that begins with individual acts of kindness, awareness, and a commitment to a holistic approach to life.
 
About The Guests
Elisa Allen Arias is the Farm Manager of Baja Sage Farm in El Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico. Elisa also acts as a farmer-collaborator with a statewide non-profit, the Alianza para la Seguridad Alimentaria (ASA), and the International Community Foundation (ICF) as part of a cooperative effort to improve the regional food system. Her background combines formal education and lived experience in biology, agriculture, food systems, teaching, wellness, and entrepreneurship. 
 
Kate Knight is an executive consultant and a serial entrepreneur. She has repeatedly grown businesses from concept to hundreds of millions in revenue, and uses her expertise to support founders and executive teams scaling their work in the world, safely. She is also the founder of Dearborn Properties, an experiment in regenerative real estate, applied at home.   
 
Jeff Hamaoui is Co-Founder and Chief Education and Innovation Officer of Modern Elder Academy, the first-ever ‘midlife wisdom school.’ Dedicated to reframing the concept of aging, Modern Elder Academy (MEA) supports students to navigate midlife with a renewed sense of purpose and possibility. Hamaoui is also the founder of Baja Sage, MEA’s adjacent residential community. 
 
Additional Resources
Elisa Arias
Instagram: @farmgirlbcs
LinkedIn: @ElisaAllenArias
Book Rec: Braiding Sweetgrass
Film Rec: Kiss the Ground
 
Kate Knight
Web: www.kateqknight.com
LinkedIn: @KateQKnight
Book Recs: Drawdown, The Blue Zones
Film Rec: Live to 100, Secrets of the Blue Zones
 
Jeff Hamaoui 
Web: www.meawisdom.com
LinkedIn: @JeffHamaoui

About This Episode
As a renowned communication expert, Stanford professor, podcast host and speaker, Matt Abrahams provides a step-by-step approach to effective communication for even the most anxious of speakers to succeed. Matt's approach focuses on practical strategies on how to be present in the moment, overcoming the fear of future judgment, and the significance of authenticity in making genuine connections. In a world where virtual communication is becoming increasingly prevalent, Matt provides tips on adapting to the absence of visual cues and the unique challenges it poses. He also speaks to valuing connection over perfection and the necessity of pattern recognition. The insights provided by Matt are actionable and transformative, and they are explored in his new book, Think Faster Talk Smarter. Whether you're an aspiring public speaker, a professional looking to enhance your communication skills, or simply someone who wants to have more meaningful conversations, tune in to this invaluable episode.
 
About Matt Abrahams
Matt Abrahams is a leading expert in communication with decades of experience as an educator, author, podcast host, and coach. As a Lecturer in Organizational Behavior at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business, he teaches popular classes in strategic communication and effective virtual presenting. He received Stanford GSB’s Alumni Teaching Award in recognition of his teaching students around the world. Outside of the classroom, Matt is a sought-after keynote speaker and communication consultant. He has helped countless presenters improve and hone their communication, including some who have delivered IPO road shows as well as Nobel Prize, TED, and World Economic Forum presentations. He also consults for the United Nations’ Secretary General’s Strategic Planning and Communication Office. His online talks garner millions of views and he hosts the popular, award-winning podcast Think Fast, Talk Smart The Podcast. His new book Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot provides tangible, actionable skills to help even the most anxious of speakers succeed when speaking spontaneously, such as navigating Q&A sessions, shining in job interviews, providing effective feedback, making small talk, fixing faux pas, persuading others. His previous book Speaking Up without Freaking Out: 50 Techniques for Confident and Compelling Presenting has helped thousands of people manage speaking anxiety and present more confidently and authentically.
 
Additional Resources
Website: www.mattabrahams.com
LinkedIn: @MattAbrahams
Instagram: @ThinkFastTalkSmart
Order His New Book, Think Faster Talk Smarter

About This Episode
Navigating life’s crossroads with courage and authenticity is a bold journey that many of us undertake. Lan Phan, a seasoned thought leader and speaker, delves into her rich experiences and deep insights into this transformative process. It's at these times where your values, courage, and true self are tested and revealed. Lan recounts the defining moments that crystallized her self-belief and set her on a path of possibility. Her narrative is a powerful testament to the impact of believing in your capabilities and finding your voice amidst adversity. Lan emphasizes the critical alignment of your personal values with your professional and personal aspirations. It’s not just about achieving financial success, but rather about discovering a sense of fulfillment and joy. Lan also shares four practical secrets for navigating life with clarity and intention, which is the focus of her new book, Do This Daily. Tune in for actionable insights that promise to empower you to craft a life of success, happiness, and purpose on your own terms.
 
About Lan Phan
Lan Phan is an author and speaker known for her expertise in purpose, mindset, and continuous improvement. Her expertise has made her a sought-after consultant for Fortune 500 companies, where she advises CEOs, and C-Suite executives to help them navigate the dynamic realms of business and innovation. Her thought leadership can be found in prestigious publications like The Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Money. As a keynote speaker, Lan has graced prominent platforms including the United Nations, Stanford University, NYU Law, and events hosted by Fortune 100 companies like PepsiCo, Warner Media, Citi, Bank of America, Disney, Meta. On LinkedIn and YouTube her content reaches an audience of millions annually, resonating deeply across diverse demographics. Phan is named as one of the top 100 LinkedIn creators globally and top ten in Management and Leadership. A Stanford University alumnus, she was honored with the J.E. Wallace Sterling Award, recognizing her significant impact through leadership and community service. She also holds master's degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Lan resides in New York with her husband, Kevin, and their daughter Morgan.
 
Additional Resources
Website: lanphan.co
Company Website: communityofseven.com
LinkedIn: @LanPhan 
Instagram: @LanPhanC7 
Facebook: @CommunityOfSeven