Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things

In episode 575 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday Mindset series which includes expert talks, connected conversations, meditation/mantras and talks with Aiden. This episode is part of our connected conversations series and I chat with two men about male vulnerability and the truth about success - Roy Cook and Robert Althuis. You'll hear them chat about: What they learned as a young man on what it meant to be a man The moment they thought they were successful in life but how it all fell apart and made them realize they were not truly successful Finding their truth and integrity How vulnerability has helped them succeed now Why core values matter and how to find yours How they each found a way to live a healthier, happier life for themselves and their advice for others Try our voice skill on Amazon Alexa here or Google Assistant here or by saying "Open Extraordinary Mindset."  Like our page and check out our LIVE video interviews here.

In episode 574, you'll hear from 4 people who each found a way to lose weight in a healthy way and realized the biggest obstacle was changing their mindset.  Sam went from a size 12 to competing in fitness competitions, Elizabeth found that adjusting her mindset helped her get healthy physically and mentally, Joe started running and lost over 100lbs and Omar had a lot of health issues and almost could have died but found a way to get his life back, get healthy and now helps others do the same.  Listen to some clips of their thoughts on this topic and listen to their full episode and story by clicking on their name to hear more.  Try our voice skill on Amazon Alexa here or Google Assistant here or by saying "Open Extraordinary Mindset."  Like our page and check out our LIVE video interviews here.

It's the work on me weekend segment and today you'll hear Keri talk about why we should interact with different types of people and how it can help us think and grow in a new way.  Try our new voice skill on Amazon Alexa here or Google Assistant here or by saying "Open Extraordinary Mindset."  Like our page and check out our LIVE video interviews here.

In episode 572 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday Mindset series which includes expert talks, connected conversations, meditation/mantras and talks with Aiden. This episode is part of our connected conversations and it's with my 2 of my co-hosts: Sonja and Lee.  Each month you'll hear a segment we call, "Let's Talk" where we chat about an important topic. In this episode we chat about dealing with insecurities and how we overcome them.  Also joining us are Alicia, Queenie and Revathi.  You'll hear us chat about: Imposter Syndrome Internal Self Doubt Why the Feeling of Belonging is Important but So Is Standing Out Certainty vs Uncertainty Knowing Your Worth What We Each Do to Build Confidence  Try our voice skill on Amazon Alexa here or Google Assistant here or by saying "Open Extraordinary Mindset."  Like our page and check out our LIVE video interviews here.

In episode 571, you'll hear from 4 guys who each were professional American football players at one point and at different levels in their career.  David Freeman who played football overseas in Europe, Kenneth Scott who had a moment with the NFL before some injuries, Rasheed Simmons who played in the NFL for a few seasons before starting a restaurant and Fred Baxter, an NFL player who won a Super Bowl Championship.  Listen to some clips of their thoughts during their football days and listen to their full episode and story by clicking on their name to hear more.  Try our voice skill on Amazon Alexa here or Google Assistant here or by saying "Open Extraordinary Mindset."  Like our page and check out our LIVE video interviews here.

It's the work on me weekend segment and today you'll hear Keri talk about the only two reasons you should do work for free and how to politely and confidently say no when you don't want to do free work.  Try our new voice skill on Amazon Alexa here or Google Assistant here or by saying "Open Extraordinary Mindset."  Like our page and check out our LIVE video interviews here.

In episode 569 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday Mindset series which includes expert talks, connected conversations, meditation/mantras and talks with Aiden. This episode is part of the Meditation Mantra series. Today’s meditation and mantra is focused on letting out emotions.  Ever feel like you're holding so much in and need to let it out or not sure how?  I know for me, I have to let myself feel fully and then I'm able to focus on what to do next.   That's what this meditation is all about - letting go.    Written and Read by Keri Roberts.

In episode 568, I chat with the Mayor of Princeton New Jersey, Mark Freda. Listen as he chats about: Growing up in Princeton How his volunteer experience in his hometown helped him understand his community better How he went from working for big NYC names like Goldman Sachs to becoming more involved in his local community How he leads a town  His suggestion on how to make the best decisions possible Why it's important to be open to others opinions and ideas Try our voice skill on Amazon Alexa here or Google Assistant here or by saying "Open Extraordinary Mindset."  Like our page and check out our LIVE video interviews here.

It's the work on me weekend segment and today you'll hear Keri talk about why we need to visit out local area more and what it teaches us.  Try our voice skill on Amazon Alexa here or Google Assistant here or by saying "Open Extraordinary Mindset."  Like our page and check out our LIVE video interviews here.

In episode 566 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday segments which is all about mindset education consisting of experts sharing mindset education, our Connected Conversation series, meditations and once a month a kid's perspective to help you open your mind to new ideas as well. Each month you'll be hearing from our kid co-host, Aiden. My hope is that it will expand your mindset and maybe have a conversation with a kid in your life.  On this episode, Aiden talks about his thoughts on the Covid vaccine as a young kid as well as his thoughts on some recent news.

In episode 565, I chat with D. John Jackson, a Fortune 50 leader with global responsibilities that include strategic planning, engineering, data science, and artificial intelligence. A creative visionary, he’s an executive producer of documentary films, an author, a strategist, a futurist thinker, a lecturer, and a motivational speaker. He is also the founder of 5J Entertainment, a company committed to educating, informing, entertaining, and promoting positive images of African Americans through various forms of media. Its first film documentary, What About Me, explores the untold, unheard, distorted, and misunderstood stories of Black men in America. Listen as he chats about: The one question black men ask a lot, what about me? Why black men tend to only be thought of as 3 things and why that's wrong Why we need to treat people well and take the higher road What being black means in terms of interactions with the police Why history and education matter in how we proceed forward Understanding what it feels l

It's the work on me weekend segment and today you'll hear Keri talk about our perception of ourselves vs what others see and why the difference matters.  Try our voice skill on Amazon Alexa here or Google Assistant here or by saying "Open Extraordinary Mindset."  Like our page and check out our LIVE video interviews here.

In episode 563 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday Mindset series which includes expert talks, connected conversations, meditation/mantras and talks with Aiden. This episode is part of our connected conversations and it's with my 3 co-hosts: Sonja, Lee and Patty.  Each month you'll hear a segment we call, "Let's Talk" where we chat about an important topic. In this episode we chat about a question I and many talk about a lot - what does it mean to be an adult? Also joining us are Ramona and Dr. Benjamin Ritter.  You'll hear us chat about: What we thought it meant to be an adult when we were kids The pressures others can put on us to be a certain thing How we each manage being an adult in our own way How adult can be a noun, verb or adjective Why there's no one way to be an adult Plus some other hilarious banter and stories Try our voice skill on Amazon Alexa here or Google Assistant here or by saying "Open Extraordinary Mindset."  Like our page and check out our LIVE

In episode 562, I chat with Chris Cicchinelli, Pure Romance President and CEO and author of the new book, The Secret is You.  In 2000, Chris Cicchinelli was twenty-five and at a crossroads in his career. He had just been let go from a promising position at a large retail franchise and was trying to navigate his next steps when his mother, Patty Brisben called. She was asking for her son's help in taking her women-only, in-home party, intimacy product company, what would eventually become Pure Romance, to the next level. Listen as he chats about: How he began to understand his mom's business What it was like for a son working with his mom How he took the business from $3 million to $350 million in revenue The early stages of marketing Why making sure his mom's voice was always the voice of the company was crucial to their success How his trans daughter helped him realize the importance personally and professionally to make things more inclusive His advice to standing out and building your business Try our voi

It's the work on me weekend segment and today you'll hear Keri talk about how to help with overthinking by writing our feelings down and putting it away.  Try our voice skill on Amazon Alexa here or Google Assistant here or by saying "Open Extraordinary Mindset."  Like our page and check out our LIVE video interviews here.

In episode 560 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday segments which is all about mindset education consisting of a variety of experts, meditations and connected conversations to improve your mindset and get you thinking in a more open, positive way. This episode is part of the Connected Conversations: Relationship Series. I love love and I think there needs to be more conversations around happy and healthy conversations with a little "When Harry Met Sally" flavor (great movie!).    On this episode, meet Devinne and Justin.  This is their relationship story and why it works for them.  Listen and you'll hear:  Each of their thoughts on relationships early on in life  How they met Becoming sober and staying healthy in the relationship What it's like owning a business together How they handle conflict Their advice to those looking for the right healthy relationship for them

In episode 559, I chat with Emily Chang, CEO of McCann WorldGroup China and Author of The Spare Room.  Over the last 21 years, Emily Chang's job—with renowned companies like Procter & Gamble, Apple, and Starbucks—has brought her and her family to eight different homes across the U.S. and China. In each of those homes, life has introduced sixteen different young people to Emily and her family. Young people who have been abused, neglected or marginalized and who were given sanctuary in the family's spare room. Listen as she chats about: The first person she ever chose to help and give a spare room to in her home Some of the stories of the people who stayed with her and the impact it had on her How she found her social legacy How her husband and daughter also helped in all of this How social legacy has helped her live more intentionally and be better in her personal and professional life First steps you can take to find your social legacy Try our voice skill on Amazon Alexa here or Google Assistant here or

It's the work on me weekend segment and today you'll hear Keri talk about how and why to do the opposite of what you normally do sometimes and how it can change the narrative.  Try our voice skill on Amazon Alexa here or Google Assistant here or by saying "Open Extraordinary Mindset."  Like our page and check out our LIVE video interviews here.

Meditation Mantra Series: Moving Through Loneliness  In episode 557 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday Mindset series which includes expert talks, connected conversations, meditation/mantras and talks with Aiden. This episode is part of the Meditation Mantra series. As part of the Wednesday mindset education series on this show you’ll be hearing from me as I share with you some writings I've created based off of some of the internal meditations, mantras and internal dialogue that I do for myself or have created for others. Over the years this thinking has helped me and others so I share it with you because sometimes we just need to know there are options to help us improve our mindset, be okay and even thrive.     Today’s meditation and mantra is focused on dealing with and understanding loneliness vs being alone.   Please note, if you are feeling excessive loneliness or depression, reach out to your doctor, a therapist or a professional to seek help.   Written a

In episode 556, I chat with Travis King, community builder and entrepreneur.  Listen as he chats about: How at a young age he helped mediate his peers in school and included others  How he got a life time opportunity and why he turned it down Why he chose to move to NYC and how someone from his community he built over time helped him grow to the next level Why hard work and the people you know matter the most When he found himself just working and losing his life outside of work, how he got back to finding his work life balance His suggestions on ways to grow and build relationships Try our voice skill on Amazon Alexa here or Google Assistant here or by saying "Open Extraordinary Mindset."  Like our page and check out our LIVE video interviews here.