Best Sylvie Legere Podcasts (2025)

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Handling a Crisis 32:20

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8d ago32:20

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In this episode of Trust Your Voice, host Sylvie Légère engages in a conversation with crisis communication expert Lissa Druss. As the CEO of Strategia Consulting and a highly decorated television journalist, Lissa shares her expertise in steering through crises, a valuable skill for leaders in politics, business, and community organizations. They …

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Freedom to Excel: How Illinois HB2827 Could Stifle Educational Innovation and Parent Choice 45:27

1M ago45:27

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, hosted by Sylvie Légère, the focus is on educational choice and the challenges faced by homeschooling families in Illinois due to the House Bill 2827. The show brings together Leslee Dirnberger and Aziza Butler, two leaders in the homeschooling community, to discuss the implications of this bill. Les…

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Owning Your Journey 43:32

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In this episode of "Trust Your Voice," host Sylvie Légère invites Melinda Oakes, to explore a fresh approach to New Year's resolutions. Sylvie discusses her past habit of setting resolutions and words for the year, she dives into how "owning your journey" provides an empowering alternative by highlighting personal growth and success through positiv…

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You Are A Spark 26:36

6M ago26:36

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, Sylvie and Melinda examine the contexts of personal achievements, leadership roles, and community involvement, advocating for positive communication and emphasizing the importance of lifting others through sincere compliments and acknowledgment. Throughout, they underscore the power of individual inf…

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Women and Economic Freedom 37:52

7M ago37:52

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Inspired by the Policy Circle brief on Women and Economic Freedom, this episode navigates through economic models in the intelligence revolution era and explores various dimensions of economic freedom. Using examples from global cities and historical contexts, the discussion touches on gender mandates, property rights, and addressing poverty, highl…

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Getting Ready to Vote 37:56

8M ago37:56

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No matter your background or the resources available to you, there are many ways to help empower voters and prepare for the next election. In this episode, host Sylvie Légère is joined by Melinda Oakes to discuss the importance of being informed about candidates and issues that allow for more meaningful decision-making that aligns with your values.…

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Why the National Debt Matters: A Trust Shot Discussion 32:50

9M ago32:50

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In this episode, host Sylvie Légère and Melinda Oakes, discuss the national debt using The Policy Circle’s brief to examine the current state of the U.S. federal debt, the effects of ongoing deficit spending, and potential reforms. The conversation underscores the importance of financial literacy and the role of informed citizens in holding represe…

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Little Things Matter 19:41

11M ago19:41

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère engages in an enlightening conversation with Melinda Oakes, author of "The Cheerleader's Guide to the Workplace." They discuss the importance of the little things in the workplace and life, and how these small details can have a significant impact. Melinda shares anecdotes from her…

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People Don’t Quit Their Jobs, They Quit Their Bosses 38:43

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In this episode, host Sylvie Legere and guest Jennifer-Ruth Green dive deep into the art of effective leadership and team management. Sylvie and Jennifer explore the crucial strategies for developing organizational values, clear communication, and empowering individuals to thrive within their roles. They also unravel the importance of recognizing i…

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Shining a Light: Examining the Role of Big Tech in Trafficking and Sexual Exploitation 41:54

1y ago41:54

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In this episode, we explore the direct impact of online platforms and big tech in facilitating various forms of sexual abuse, including the exploitation of minors and the proliferation of deepfake pornography. Insights from our guests highlight significant campaigns aimed at holding major tech companies accountable, the ongoing challenges survivors…

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Shining a Light: Combating Human Trafficking and Sexual Exploitation 41:54

1y ago41:54

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Episode Overview In this episode, we explore the direct impact of online platforms and big tech in facilitating various forms of sexual abuse, including the exploitation of minors and the proliferation of deepfake pornography. Insights from our guests highlight significant campaigns aimed at holding major tech companies accountable, the ongoing cha…

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Overcome Your Fear of Judgement 21:20

1y ago21:20

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In this episode of Trust Your Voice podcast, we dive deep into understanding judgment, its impact on our behavior, and how to navigate it. Melinda Oakes, author of the book ⁠⁠The Cheerleader's Guide to the Workplace: How an awesome attitude and a peppy perspective will help you go, fight and win at work!⁠⁠ and Sylvie, share their insights on differ…

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Can a Judge Turn Congresswoman Rebuild Trust in Politics 24:32

1+ y ago24:32

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice Podcast, host Sylvie Légère engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Congresswoman Laurel Lee. Throughout the conversation, they delve into Lee's journey into politics, her unwavering commitment to public service, and the challenges she faced in stepping into a new role. They also tackle the pressing is…

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Sparking Civility and Storytelling 39:05

1+ y ago39:05

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In this episode, Sylvie Légère dives into the essence of civility in our modern society. She is joined by an inspiring trio: author Alexandra Hudson with her wisdom from 'The Soul of Civility', Beth Feeley with her grassroots community activism insights, and Yani Manson, the CEO of Girls Inc. of Chicago, discussing the pivotal role of youth in shap…

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Agewise: Pillars of a Long Life (Part 2) 40:46

1+ y ago40:46

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In this episode, host Sylvie Légère leads an informative discussion on aging, health, and fitness with guests Mona Antwan, Alex Rodriguez, and Ashanti Johnson. Rounding out the conversations, we explore the role of discipline and intentionality, making mindful wellness a daily habit.Join us as we delve into life's low hanging fruits - the things we…

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Agewise: Pillars of a Long Life (Part 1) 44:00

1+ y ago44:00

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Episode Summary: Sylvie Légère hosts a discussion on the pillars of a good life, specifically focusing on financial readiness, technology literacy, and community engagement in the context of aging. The guests share their perspectives and experiences on these topics, highlighting the importance of financial education, the challenges of navigating te…

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Spark a Thought on Africa with Magatte Wade 42:44

2y ago42:44

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Magatte Wade, Founder and CEO of Skin is Skin, to talk about the complexities and nuances of Africa's challenges and opportunities. Magatte Wade challenges the traditional narrative surrounding sub-Saharan Africa and sheds light on the missing middle in foreign aid. D…

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Brand Harmony: Aligning Your Social Media Identity with Your Workplace 36:06

2y ago36:06

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Lindrea Reynolds, an agency founder, strategist, and visionary to talk about how to define and integrate the various aspects of our personal identity, professional persona, and our many-sided selves. As the Founder and CEO of LR Brand Consulting (LRBC), Lindrea levera…

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Decoding Behavioral Economics: Keys to Impactful Policies 30:08

2y ago30:08

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Economics is essentially the science of human nature as it manifests through our innate desire to create and capture value. Even in the most intricate economic structures, at their core, you'll find individuals making decisions to maximize what they value, based on their perceptions of the facts and options available to them. Traditionally, economi…

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Decoding Behavioral Economics: Keys to Impactful Policies with Craig Scalise 30:08

2y ago30:08

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Craig Scalise, a distinguished economist with a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago and who also taught at the University of South Carolina. His publications include the book, “Intellectual Property Protection: Theory, Evidence and Policy” and the “Entrepreneurial En…

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What Really Matters in a Political Candidate 32:58

2y ago32:58

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Edith Jorge-Tuñón has over a decade of political experience, ranging from overseeing the national Coalitions program at the Republican National Committee during the 2018 midterm elections, to directing national field efforts at the Koch Network’s LIBRE Initiative during the 2016 election cycle. Formerly the Political Director for Governor Susana Ma…

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Townhall Series: What is Your Chamber of Commerce Up To? 11:36

2y ago11:36

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Suzanne Clark, president and chief executive officer of the US Chamber of Commerce. She is a vocal proponent of policies that enable businesses to innovate, invest and grow, and help lead the fight against government proposals that undermine America’s economic strengt…

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Be a spark: Building a Mountain Town with Ciara Wolfe 22:14

2y ago22:14

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Ciara Wolfe, the executive director of Yellowstone Club Community Foundation. Sylvie has already worked with her and witnessed the impacts of her efforts firsthand. Stay tuned throughout the episode to learn about the story of Ciara Wolfe and the humble beginnings of …

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Be a Spark: Spark a Community Vision 24:46

2y ago24:46

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down in this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast with Ashely Marsh, co-founder of Marsh Collective with her husband. She has pioneered the redemption of Opelika, and place-making in cities across the country. Stay tuned throughout the episode to learn about the history of M…

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Be A Spark: Ignite Aspirations to Be More with Jamila Trimuel 22:30

2y ago22:30

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Jamila Trimuel, Founder of Ladies of Virtue, to inspire you to spark the key to mentor young people with different paradigms and views of the world. In this conversation, Sylvie and Jamila discuss: Becoming the leader you wanted to be, you need to be of virtue What it…

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Be A Spark: Sparking Civility & Storytelling with Alexandra Hudson 34:12

2y ago34:12

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Alexandra Hudson, Founder of Civic Renaissance, to inspire you to spark civility and interest in understanding the human condition through stories. Stay tuned throughout the episode to learn about Alexandra’s new series, Storytelling and the Human Condition, and hear …

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Townhall Series: Pillars of a Strong Town with Charles Marohn and Lou Powell 21:26

2+ y ago21:26

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Charles Marohn, Founder and President of Strong Towns, and Lou Powell, President of High-Tech Small Town, to talk about what makes a town strong and thriving. In this conversation, Sylvie with Charles and Lou discuss: What makes a strong town? 5 pillars of a strong to…

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Be a Spark: Diversity without Division with Karith Foster 26:00

2+ y ago26:00

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Karith Foster, CEO of INVERSITY Solutions and Founder of INVERSITY Foundation, to spark a new way to think, talk and act on diversity. In this conversation, Sylvie and Karith discuss: Defining Diversity Engaging in conversation to learn people’s lens and experiences L…

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Sparks in Education: Shining a Light on Literacy with Kymyona Burk and Nathan Hoffman 32:43

2+ y ago32:43

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To kickstart our new season, we had a live podcast stream on YouTube last January 23. In case you missed the live podcast, we have posted the episode on the channel for you. In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Kymyona Burk and Nathan Hoffman, to talk about shining a light on literacy and its importance.…

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Leading AmeriCorps with Barbara Stewart 20:50

2+ y ago20:50

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Barbara Stewart, Former CEO of AmeriCorps to know what is the uniquely American value of volunteering and giving back. In this conversation, Sylvie and Barbara discuss: What is AmeriCorps? How AmeriCorps promotes volunteerism Leading AmeriCorps key goals and values Fu…

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Knowing Your Power to Influence with Laura Cox Kaplan 23:04

2+ y ago23:04

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In case you missed the live podcast, we have posted the episode on the channel for you. In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Laura Cox Kaplan, creator of She Said/She said podcast, to talk about knowing the potential and power of your voice to influence people. We hope you enjoy the episode! Tell us what…

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The Woman Behind Thanksgiving with Melanie Kirkpatrick 29:18

2+ y ago29:18

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Melanie Kirkpatrick, writer-journalist, author of three books: Lady Editor: Sarah Josepha Hale and the Making of the Modern American Woman; Thanksgiving: The Holiday at the Heart of the American Experience (2016) and Escape from North Korea: The Untold Story of Asia’s…

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Soldier Strong with Chris Meek 28:24

2+ y ago28:24

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Chris Meek, co-founder, Chairman, and CEO of SoldierStrong, founder of BraveMind and ReachStrong, also the Managing Director and Global Relationship Manager at S&P Global Inc, and adjunct professor at Syracuse University, on how to be a strong soldier in and out the f…

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Freespoke the Election with Kristin Jackson 37:10

2+ y ago37:10

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Kristin Jackson, Co-Founder of Freespoke.com, a new search engine platform, to prepare you to go to the next voting booth and how to follow the election results. In this conversation, Sylvie and Kristin discuss: What is Freespoke – what does it offer that’s different …

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Stepping Outside Beaten Paths with Deana Bass Williams 30:48

2+ y ago30:48

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Deana Bass Williams, Co-founder of Bass Public Affairs, who Co-authored "Prayer & Pound Cake", and with renowned national media relations experience, to discuss what is Public Relations and where do we start. In this conversation, Sylvie and Deana discuss: What is PR?…

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Politics - Walking The Talk with Terri Reid 23:34

2+ y ago23:34

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Terri Reid, one of Michigan’s most experienced political operatives, President of the Michigan Freedom Fund, and Co-founder of League of Our Own to know what volunteering in a campaign looks like. In this conversation, Sylvie and Terri discuss: Why volunteer? How to v…

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Playing on Two Stages: Tech & Local Politics with Roxy Ndebumadu 38:08

2+ y ago38:08

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Roxy Ndebumadu, founder, technology leader, and the youngest female and first African American woman to be voted and sworn into office as a Councilwoman for the City of Bowie in Maryland, to trust your voice to be heard on multiple stages and redefine what it means to…

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Hostages No More with Betsy DeVos 24:02

3y ago24:02

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Betsy DeVos, the nation’s leading advocate for education freedom for students of all ages, having served as the 11th U.S. Secretary of Education from 2017-2021, to inspire you to care about access to good education right here in the US. In this conversation, Sylvie an…

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Choosing Education with Kim Borchers & Denisha Merriweather 38:12

3y ago38:12

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Kim Borchers, who spearheads the Civic Leadership Engagement Roadmap program (CLER) at The Policy Circle and is the President and owner of Bird Dog Recruitment and Consulting, and Denisha Merriweather, founder of Black Minds Matter and the director of Public Relations…

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People Can Change with Father Ross Romero 23:07

3y ago23:07

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Father Ross Romero, Associate Professor of Philosophy - Kenrick-Glennon Seminary, to talk about the need to recognize the features of human nature that we experience in ourselves and in others. In this conversation, Sylvie and Father Ross discuss: Human nature (acknow…

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Leading with Faith with Kirstin Ricketts 28:50

3y ago28:50

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Kirstin Ricketts, Certified Financial Planner, Co-Creator of the blog Hold Loosely Live Freely, to talk about how to lean on faith to make decisions to lead and find renewing or discovering faith is actually what you need to achieve your potential. In this conversatio…

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When to Say Yes with Karen Wells 31:50

3y ago31:50

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Karen Wells to talk about having the courage to say yes and creating new experiences rooted in the ability to move forward. In this conversation, Sylvie and Karen discuss: Saying yes and stepping into different experiences Knowing yourself and appreciating others by u…

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Starting with Strengths with Nathalie Sabourin 25:10

3y ago25:10

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Nathalie Sabourin to talk about amplifying your strength to achieve your full potential in life and at work. In this conversation, Sylvie and Nathalie discuss: Elevate your Leadership: Be at your best and release your potential Build your Co-Leadership Potential: Acce…

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Minimizing to Maximize Your Success with Taylor Shanklin 29:46

3y ago29:46

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Taylor Shanklin to talk about the method - minimize to maximize. In this conversation, Sylvie and Taylor get into and discuss: Event that impacts health Branding and Definition of Success Three steps to Minimize to Maximize How to devote your time. Do it, Delegate It,…

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How to talk about the refugee crises 35:57

3y ago35:57

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Trusting your voice requires expanding your knowledge and your perspective, sometimes on complicated topics. In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down to review a brief and topic covered by The Policy Circle, refugee crisis. Sylvie walks through this topic that can feel rather difficult to navigate and understand,…

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Building a Network and Finding your Focus with Beth Feeley 27:02

3y ago27:02

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Beth Feeley to talk about building a network and finding your focus by stepping out of your comfort zone and making an effort to stay informed. In this conversation, Sylvie and Beth get into and discuss: The launching of The Policy Circle Building a network that start…

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Building your Personal Brands and Why it Matters with Lindrea Reynolds 27:20

3y ago27:20

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légèresat down with Lindrea Reynolds about personal branding. In this conversation, Sylvie and Lindrea get into and discuss: What is a personal brand and why is it important Some examples of different personal brands What do you do with your brand and how to stay true Recommendations on h…

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Broadening our Ecosystem of Relationships Enriches Life with Laura Cox Kaplan 27:58

3y ago27:58

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Laura Cox Kaplan, to talk about building an ecosystem of relationships that enriches our life because we are wired to connect, to help each other achieve our full potential. In this conversation, Sylvie and Laura get into and discuss: The importance of building a netw…

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Understanding the Language of War with Dr. Kim Kagan 35:58

3y ago35:58

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In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down with Dr. Kim Kagan, to talk about the language of war. In this conversation, Sylvie and Dr. Kagan get into and discuss: The mission of the Institute for the Study of War and why it is established. Where is Dr. Kagan’s confidence rooted and how did she build and nourish the…

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Antitrust: Balancing Competition and Innovation 25:00

3y ago25:00

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Trusting your voice requires expanding your knowledge and your perspective, sometimes on complicated topics. In this episode of the Trust Your Voice podcast, host Sylvie Légère sat down to review a brief and topic covered by The Policy Circle, antitrust laws. Sylvie walks through this topic that can feel rather difficult to navigate and understand,…