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Building Connections was created by Gang Alternative, Inc. to build, nurture and sustain healthy relationships across the faith and community sectors by promoting knowledge-sharing, resource-mobilizing, and coalition-building.
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Welcome to the Charisma Quotient hosted by dating, makeover and confidence expert, Kimmy Seltzer. Each week, learn from Kimmy and other experts about how to build confidence from the outside, in. She’s consulted thousands of people to revamp their style, boost their confidence and most importantly, find love. Her lighthearted, down-to-earth and practical approach brings a fun and knowledgeable style to the podcast. She alternates the podcast with solo episodes highlighting various topics, in ...
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Relationships at Work - your honest guide to building workplace connections and avoiding leadership blind spots. A relatable and honest show on leadership, organizational culture and soft skills, focusing on improving employee engagement and company culture to inspire people to apply, stay and thrive. Because no one wants leadership that fosters toxic environments at work, nor should they. Host, speaker and communications leader Russel Lolacher shares his experience and insights, discussing ...
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Every child deserves an equal chance to reach her or his full potential. Critical Connections gathers state and community leaders to highlight local collaborations in the development of early childhood systems that can make a difference for all children.
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel Lolacher welcomes leadership and employee strategist Marc Haine to dive deep into one of the most important but overlooked aspects of leadership: guiding your team through their employee journey. Marc shares personal stories and invaluable insights on why leaders must shift from being mere managers t…
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Ever wondered how the health of your smile could be the key to unlocking your confidence and transforming your love life? In Episode 366 of The Charisma Quotient, “The Power of a Healthy Smile and Attitude: Interview with Dr. Rad” Kimmy dives into this unexpected yet fascinating topic with the incredibly knowledgeable and charismatic Dr. Rad. He is…
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Is the traditional leadership culture broken? In this episode, we explore the fractured state of leadership from the executive level to emerging leaders. Learn why organizations reward productivity over people skills and discover how leaders at every level can take control and redefine what leadership truly means for a thriving workplace culture. E…
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with executive coach, author, and international speaker Michele Molitor on avoiding the dangers of pursuing perfection as leaders. Michele shares her insights and experience on... Perfection is personal and subjective. Embracing imperfections is healthier. Perfectionism as a trauma response. St…
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What do you think of when you hear the word flirting? Does the very word fill you with fear? Flirting doesn’t have to be so scary. It can actually be playful and fun. In Episode 365 of The Charisma Quotient, “The Power of Playfulness: Where Are They Now with Sandra” Kimmy brings on Sandra, an accomplished professional who battled with the nuances o…
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Are you tired of surface-level solutions to deep-seated workplace issues? In this episode, we dive into why traditional reactions like reprimanding a bad boss or throwing pizza lunches at disengaged employees only address symptoms, not the disease. Discover how focusing on root causes—like toxic cultures, poor management practices, and systemic fla…
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with senior instructor and principle at Bold Type consultancy Grace Aldridge Foster on how leaders can be more impactful writers and build connection with their teams. Grace shares her insights and experience with... Thoughtful communication in leadership writing. Writing as a model for expecta…
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Ever wish you could sprinkle a little bit of magic and manifest the man or woman of your dreams? In Episode 364 of The Charisma Quotient, “Designing Your Dream Partner: Interview with Saul Blinkoff” Kimmy Seltzer sits down with award-winning director, producer, and motivational speaker, Saul Blinkoff. Saul is a Hollywood producer who works for many…
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In a world where leaders often feel pressured to have all the answers, it’s easy to fall into the trap of faking it. But what if the real power of leadership lies in admitting when you don't know? In this episode, we tackle the toxic advice many leaders receive—lie if you don’t know—and why embracing vulnerability is the key to building genuine tru…
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with author, speaker and former pro athlete Dre Baldwin on the benefits of having a sports philosophy when engaging a team in the workplace. Dre shares his insights and experience on... Team dynamics mirror sports teams. Caution against "family" culture. The role of competition in the workplace…
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Are you feeling stuck after a long-term relationship? Does going back in the dating game make you feel guarded and nervous? In Episode 363 of The Charisma Quotient, “Finding Love After Divorce: Where Are They Now with Pearl” Kimmy’s client Pearl talks about the huge growth she’s had in her confidence and dating life since attending a virtual worksh…
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Before you can build the work culture you envision, do you truly understand the culture you have now? In this episode of Relationships at Work, we explore the importance of taking a hard look at your current organizational environment before setting future goals. Using real-life examples, we discuss why leaders often fail to transform their teams a…
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with author, mayor and lawyer Ukeme Awakessien Jeter on the importance of embracing immigrant leadership in the workplace. Ukeme shares her insights and experience in... The unique leadership skills of immigrants. Intersectionality in DEI and bias. ImmiGrit as a concept. Transformative resilien…
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Are you ready to turn up the heat and reclaim your sexy after 40? Dating in your 40s, 50s, and 60s is different! But that doesn’t mean that it can’t be fun. In Episode 362 of The Charisma Quotient, “ICYMI: Dating After 40: Avoiding These Top 5 Mistakes” Kimmy dives into the most common mistakes she sees her clients making and how you can avoid them…
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How can new leaders earn trust from day one? In this episode of Relationships at Work, host and leadership expert Russel Lolacher dives into the importance of honoring past legacies when joining a team. Whether you're stepping into a new role or leading an established group, understanding the history behind their successes and challenges is key to …
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with author, keynote speaker, research and success coach Simon Bailey on what it takes for leadership resilience and brilliance. Simon shares his insights and experience in... Resilience is a double-edged sword. Brilliance is a necessary compliment to resilience in leadership. Generational diff…
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Do you have dating anxiety? You like the idea of a relationship but putting yourself out there to meet someone feels risky and causes a lot of fear. In Episode 361 of The Charisma Quotient, “Taking Risks When Dating: Where Are They Now with Paul” Kimmy’s client Paul shares how he went from struggling with confidence and emotional connections to fin…
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What happens when leaders do nothing? In this episode, host Russel Lolacher exposes the silent damage caused by leadership inaction and its profound impact on workplace culture. Though it is often said that work culture is the sum of words said and actions taken, it is actually missing the bigger picture. Inaction has as much impact on our workplac…
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with speaker, author and change enthusiast Cassandra Worthy on how we can embrace difficult emotions and harness the power of change enthusiasm. Cassandra shares her experience and insights in... Emotional awareness as a foundation for change. Opportunity for change in adversity. Resilience is …
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Are you tired of the endless swiping and superficial interactions on dating apps? Do you long for the days where you could meet someone in person? In Episode 360 of The Charisma Quotient, “Ditch The Dating Apps And Meet IRL,” Kimmy delves into the world of real-life connections and the lost art of flirting in person. She shares riveting anecdotes o…
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What if being 'professional' is actually holding your workplace back? In this episode, host Russel Lolacher challenges the traditional norms and reveals why respect, not rigid professionalism, is the key to a thriving, diverse workplace. The idea of professionalism is usually about aligning behaviours, dress codes, communication styles and work eth…
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with author, executive coach and leadership expert Morag Barrett on how to establish and build workplace connections. Morag shares her insights and experience in.. The importance of trust in work relationships. Building and recognizing connection. Loneliness in leadership is a real issue. Inten…
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Does dating often leave you feeling detached? In today’s world where social media and online dating are everywhere, it can feel impossible to have an authentic dating experience, especially in real life. In Episode 359 of The Charisma Quotient, “Stop Detached Dating: Interview with Steve Sims,” Kimmy sits down with the incredibly witty and insightf…
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Is your leadership style disrespecting your team's time? In this episode, host Russel Lolacher reveals the subtle ways leaders overlook others' time and offers practical tips to show genuine respect, regardless of hierarchy. We all have work to do and deadlines to do them by. But as leaders looking to build connection and relationships, it's vital …
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with the chairman and chief executive officer of Baker Donelson, Tim Lupinacci on managing change in a traditionally change-resistant industry. Tim shares his insights and experience in... Leadership through relationships Challenging traditional structures Opportunistic change management Balanc…
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Do you date from a place of fear? Maybe your past trauma is informing the way you go about not only dating but how you live your life. Meet Kim, an amazing woman who overcame her fears of dating and financial struggles after attending a dating retreat with Kimmy. In Episode 358 of The Charisma Quotient, “Face Your Dating Fears: Where Are They Now w…
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What if executive presence is less about fitting a mold and more about how leaders truly show up? In this episode, host Russel Lolacher challenges the traditional view and offers fresh insights on crafting a meaningful and impactful executive presence. Executive presence is always seen as whether staff fit the mold of their C-Suite, when it also co…
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with instructor, consultant and academic Aleha Ingles on the value of culture audits and where to start in our organizations. Aleha shares her experience and insights in... Importance of leadership awareness. Consistent cultural audits to keep up with change. Setting clear communication expecta…
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Ever wondered what kind of dater you are? Maybe you tend to be stuck in the friendzone or maybe you attract unavailable partners. What if you knew that there are common challenges people have when dating and specific ways you can overcome them to attract who you want? In Episode 357 of The Charisma Quotient, “ICYMI: What is Your Dating Archetype?,”…
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What if leadership guardrails are the secret to staying on track? In this episode of Relationships at Work, communications and leadership expert Russel Lolacher explores the crucial role these boundaries play in challenging leaders and offering perspectives they might otherwise miss. Russel shares real-world questions that effective guardrails shou…
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with personal branding image consultant Shelley Golden on the importance of appearance and how to show up in the right way for work. Shelley shares her experience and insight in the... Importance of appearance on perception. Standards of professional attire. Detailed appearance reflects work et…
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Are you an anxious or avoidant dater? Knowing your attachment style can help you know when your anxiety might be hurting your dating life and affect your love life overall. In Episode 356 of The Charisma Quotient, “Your Dating Attachment Style: Interview with Thais Gibson,” Kimmy sits down with Thais Gibson, the owner of Personal Development School…
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, communications and leadership nerd (and host) Russel Lolacher digs into "soft skills" and why calling them soft couldn't be further from the truth. Though language around "soft skills" is changing, the importance we put on these essential skills continues to struggle. Russel shares multiple reasons why thes…
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with researcher and work stress and burnout prevention consultant Nina Nesdoly on how understanding neuroscience is the key to addressing stress and burnout. Nina shares her insights and experience with... Understanding stress and burnout Impact of stress on cognitive abilities Overwhelming str…
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Are you attracting the wrong people? You’ve spent so much time learning how to attract someone but the ones you like aren’t into you and the ones you don’t like are! In Episode 355 of The Charisma Quotient, “Attracting the Wrong People: Coaching with Kimmy,” Kimmy sits down with Tejas and does a LIVE coaching session with her around the perplexing …
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, communications and leadership nerd (and host) Russel Lolacher highlights the importance of what do as much as how we do it in our leadership. No leader wants to hurt or fracture their team culture, but if we don't better align our intentions with our actions, we could do far more damage than we realize. Rus…
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In this episode of Relationships at Work, Russel chats with leadership communication consultant John Bates on how understanding neurobiology helps us connect through communication. John shares his insights and experience with... Effective communication is not just logical but biological. Importance of trusting gut feelings The value of sharing lead…
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Does dating in your 40s, 50s, and 60s feel completely foreign to you? A lot has probably changed since you were dating in your 20s and 30s. With online dating now taking over the scene, dating can feel overwhelming. In Episode 354 of The Charisma Quotient, “ICYMI: 5 Red Flags In Dating Over 40,” Kimmy goes over red flags to look for when dating in …
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