An HR executive of one of the largest footwear companies in America shifted her approach to life and work, and she is sharing her experience in this episode. She didn’t let fear overtake her, she took one strong, confident step at a time, and the ripple effect is changing lives.

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One Strong, Confident Step at a Time with Joan McGrail

Hello, everyone! Joan McGrail is on today’s show. Today, we talk about the liberation of showing up as an individual, the concept of whole human wellness, prioritizing safe spaces, the importance of personal development, committing to the next step, getting to a space of thriving, and hear Joan’s advice to her former and future self.

Let’s dive in!

In this Episode you’ll learn:

  • [08:10] A bit about Joan.
  • [10:28] Being an individual.
  • [12:43] Whole human wellness.
  • [17:26] Creating safe environments.
  • [19:17] Why Joan started looking at personal development.
  • [25:17] The Grand Canyon story.
  • [34:19] Committing to the next step.
  • [36:10] How Joan’s life has transformed.
  • [38:07] From victim to surviving, to thriving.
  • [42:22] Looking to the future.
  • [46:04] Joan’s advice to her former self.
  • [47:29] Joan’s advice to her future self.

 

Quotes:

  • “We need courageous leaders to step up and make it okay for people to show up the way they are.” [16:02]
  • “In moments of fear and uncertainty, take the step.” [34:23]
  • “It’s okay to not be okay.” [46:36]
  • “It’s more than okay to ask for help.” [46:57]

 

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Connect with Joan:

Website:                      www.newbalance.com.

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