The Comeback Stage: Speaker Insights for a New Era - GM 84
Reviving a Speaking Career Post-Covid: Tips and Strategies with Steve Dodo and Vivica von Rosen
In this episode of Gray Matters, host Steve Dotto and co-host Vivica von Rosen discuss the challenges and opportunities in the professional speaking world post-Covid. They explore the shift from live events to virtual conferences, the hurdles of re-entering the speaking circuit, and strategies for landing speaking gigs in the current landscape. Vivica shares her insights on rebuilding a speaking business, including the importance of visibility, identifying the right audiences, and leveraging AI tools for research.
00:00 Introduction to Gray Matters
00:32 Impact of COVID-19 on Speaking Engagements
01:24 The Rise of Online Conferences
02:31 Personal Reflections on Speaking Engagements
03:50 Introducing Vivica von Rosen
05:30 Vivica's Journey Back to Speaking
06:51 Strategies for Getting Speaking Gigs
09:46 Research and Networking Tips
16:59 Balancing Passion and Profession
19:43 Conclusion and Future Outlook
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Pivoting Through Adversity, with Dayna Steele - GM83
Thriving in the Digital Age: Baby Boomers & Gen Xers in 2025
In this episode of Gray Matters, host Steve Doto delves into the complexities of navigating the digital age as a baby boomer or Gen Xer. He shares insights on staying informed and responsibly sharing news, particularly during divisive political times like the unique federal election happening in Canada and the global 'trade circus' led by US President Donald Trump. Steve urges listeners to fact-check content before sharing on social media to avoid spreading misinformation.
The discussion then shifts to Vivica's interview with Dana Steele, a former rock radio host turned author and playwright, who talks about her career pivots, her journey with her mother's Alzheimer's, and her latest venture into theater with her play 'The Woman in the Mirror.' Dana shares her experiences of caregiving, the challenges of producing a play, and the importance of staying true to oneself. This episode is brought to you by Magi, an AI solution that integrates various AI models into one user-friendly platform.
00:00 Introduction to Gray Matters
00:36 Current Events and Global Chaos
01:50 The Canadian Election and Social Media Responsibility
02:31 The Impact of Social Media on Political Discourse
05:26 Introducing Magi: The Ultimate AI Command Center
06:52 Interview with Dana Steele: A Journey Through Radio and Alzheimer's
12:19 Dana Steele's Multifaceted Career and Personal Insights
25:25 The Journey of a Playwright
26:02 Navigating the Challenges of Production
27:35 The Emotional Core of the Play
27:43 Financial Hurdles and Industry Realities
29:28 Personal Reflections and Decisions
30:16 Taking Control and Moving Forward
30:57 Support Systems and Learning Curves
37:17 Embracing Authenticity and Confidence
38:29 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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Balancing Purpose and Productivity: with Karen Joy Fritz - GM82
The Multidimensional Entrepreneur: Leveraging AI Tools and Seasonal Productivity with Karen Joy Fritz
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Karen Joy Fritz, known as the 'Purpose Mentor,' discusses her journey from corporate to entrepreneurism and offers insights into aligning business practices with personal purpose. Karen highlights the importance of understanding one's energy cycles and the cyclical nature of work, particularly for women. She introduces her Purpose Audit tool and the upcoming Purpose Tivity app to help entrepreneurs plan their activities according to their best working cycles. The conversation also touches on seasonal productivity, the role of purpose in business, and the importance of efficient systems for entrepreneurial success.
00:00 Introduction to Magi: The Ultimate AI Command Center
01:28 Seasonal Changes and Personal Rhythms
04:42 Productivity and Energy Management
06:21 Interview with Karen Joy Fritz: Empowering Entrepreneurs
08:57 Karen's Journey and Insights on Entrepreneurship
10:15 The Evolution of Entrepreneurship
16:20 Finding Your Purpose and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
19:42 Defining a Good Day
20:09 Structuring Workflow Around Clients
20:42 The Importance of Personal Authority
20:45 Applying Skills in Small Business
21:43 Common Threads Among Clients
23:09 Challenges with Time Management
24:09 Energy Cycles and Workload Management
26:20 Purpose Audit and Business Alignment
28:48 Karen's Upcoming Projects
29:57 Final Thoughts and Reflections
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Beyond Human Intelligence: Thriving in an AI World - Thomas Triumph GM81
Navigating Digital Transformation and AI: Insights from Tom Triumph
In this episode of Gray Matters, Steve Dotter is joined by Viveka Von Rosen for an engaging discussion on the challenges and opportunities for baby boomers and Gen Xers living in the digital age. The podcast delves into a range of topics including the impending Canadian election's impact, the rise of misinformation, and the rapid evolution of AI technology. Special guest Thomas Triumph, a business marketing and technology executive, shares his experiences with global technology revolutions and offers insights into how AI will shape our future. The conversation also touches on the importance of creativity, continuous learning, and maintaining human connections in an increasingly digital world.
00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter
01:05 The Upcoming Canadian Election
01:59 The Impact of Misinformation
04:51 Social Media and Misinformation
07:15 Sponsor Message: Ground News
10:07 Interview with Thomas Triumph
13:02 AI and Technological Disruption
24:23 The Impact of Social Media
25:02 Managing Technology Use
25:30 AI and Job Displacement Fears
26:12 Embracing Creativity
27:16 Developing Creativity
28:28 Overcoming Limitations
31:56 Finding Personal Power in a Changing World
32:24 The Prisoner's Dilemma of AI
33:14 Discovering Unique Abilities
34:45 The Importance of Struggle
35:56 Trusting Creative Cycles
38:53 The Role of Resistance
40:58 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
42:30 Reflections on the Interview----------
Tom Triumph
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Deliberate Disruption: Turning Life Changes Into Opportunities with Bernadette McClelland - GM80
Navigating Deliberate Disruption with Bernadette McClellan
In this episode of Gray Matters, hosts Steve Dotto and Viveka Von Rosen explore the concept of deliberate disruption with expert Bernadette McClelland. Bernadette shares her insights on intentional disruption, the importance of evolving rather than pivoting, and how leaders can transform uncertainty into results. Through personal stories and practical advice, the discussion delves into making conscious decisions to disrupt the status quo and the potential growth that comes from these transformative changes. Join the conversation and learn how to approach disruption with courage, conviction, and choice.
Bernadette's Website
https://www.bernadettemcclelland.com/
00:00 Introduction to Gray Matters Podcast
01:01 Meet Bernadette McClelland
02:21 Understanding Deliberate Disruption
04:11 Personal Stories of Disruption
10:42 The Deliberate Disruption Model
13:33 Evolving Identities and Reinvention
17:18 Practical Advice for Deliberate Disruption
26:43 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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