Snack Leadership

Public Speaking is the ability to deliver concise, engaging, and meaningful messages that help leaders connect with their audience, share insight with confidence, and inspire practical action. "First you jump off the cliff and you build your wings on the way down." Ray Bradbury Music-"Homesick" Copyright 2018. Written by Shireen Amini. Produced by Shireen Amini and Mike Davidson of Plaid Dog Recording (Boston, MA).

Perseverance in leadership is the ability to stay committed to a vision, goal, or course of action despite obstacles, setbacks, delays, or resistance. It means maintaining focus, energy, and determination over time—especially when progress is slow or challenges arise. Priceless Perspectives — Issue #7: Perseverance in Leadership by Scott Doggett from National ADL "Perseverance is the hard work you do after you get tired of doing all the hard work you already did.". Newt Gingrich Music-"Homesick" Copyright 2018. Written by Shireen Amini. Produced by Shireen Amini and Mike Davidson of Plaid Dog Recording (Boston, MA).

Curiosity is the intentional pursuit of understanding — a leader's commitment to asking questions, exploring diverse perspectives, and continuously learning rather than assuming they already have all the answers. It's the mindset that transforms uncertainty into opportunity. "There is always another way to look at something. If you don't think there is, you haven't looked hard enough. There is value in exercising that kind of flexibility of consciousness." Tinsley Galyean TINSLEY GALYEAN, author of REFRAME, is a technologist, designer, and co-founder of Curious Learning, a global nonprofit dedicated to eradicating illiteracy. He holds a PhD from the MIT Media Lab and works at the intersection of education, storytelling, and digital innovation, creating interactive experiences for museums and programing for networks like Discovery Kids, Disney, and Warner Bros. Favorite snack is New England apples Curious Learning Website Book Reframe LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Music-"Homesick" Copyright 2018. Written by Shireen Amini. Produced by Shireen Amini and Mike Davidson of Plaid Dog Recording (Boston, MA).

Gratitude is the quality of being thankful and showing appreciation for what one has—whether tangible or intangible. It involves recognizing the goodness in one's life and acknowledging that this goodness often comes from sources outside oneself, such as other people, nature, or a higher power "Leap and the net shall appear." John Burroughs Natasha Skolny is the founder of The Leadership Cabin, a coaching and development practice dedicated to empowering women leaders to lead with authenticity, clarity, and purpose. Drawing from her diverse background as a competitive figure skater, NCCP-certified skating coach, corporate leadership trainer, and certified wellness coach, Natasha combines emotional intelligence, performance psychology, and strategic leadership to help clients navigate high-pressure environments with confidence. With experience across various industries, including financial services, insurance, construction, and IT, Natasha understands the unique challenges faced by women in leadership roles. She is passionate about creating safe spaces where women can thrive, reclaim their power, and lead with purpose. Favorite snack is Smarties candy Website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram YouTube Music-"Homesick" Copyright 2018. Written by Shireen Amini. Produced by Shireen Amini and Mike Davidson of Plaid Dog Recording (Boston, MA).

Charisma is the compelling charm or appeal that inspires devotion, influence, or admiration from others. It's often described as a combination of confidence, warmth, presence, and communication style that makes someone particularly magnetic or persuasive. "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel". Maya Angelou Richard Reid is an acclaimed organizational psychologist, strategic consultant, and keynote speaker with over two decades of experience driving organizational change and enhancing corporate wellbeing. He has spent over 20 years coaching CEOs, entrepreneurs, and public figures on mastering presence, influence, and communication. His science-backed, practical approach to charisma and leadership has been featured in BBC, The Times, and Forbes, making complex psychology accessible and actionable. Favorite snack is Biltong Website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram YouTube Music-"Homesick" Copyright 2018. Written by Shireen Amini. Produced by Shireen Amini and Mike Davidson of Plaid Dog Recording (Boston, MA).

Hospitality means anticipating and meeting the needs of guests with empathy, respect, and efficiency, aiming to provide exceptional service and memorable experiences. "The heart of hospitality, for me, is the ability to focus completely and totally on one person, even if only for a matter of seconds, yet long enough that you've got a clear connection, a channel between the two of you." Micah Solomon Brittany Blackman is a hospitality expert and leadership coach who helps service-driven teams communicate better, get on the same page, and actually enjoy the work they do together. With over a decade of experience leading small teams and building businesses from the ground up, she now partners with companies to improve team dynamics and create people-first cultures that truly work. Favorite snack is peanut butter filled pretzels Discover Freedom LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Music-"Homesick" Copyright 2018. Written by Shireen Amini. Produced by Shireen Amini and Mike Davidson of Plaid Dog Recording (Boston, MA).

Employee retention refers to an organization's ability to keep its employees and reduce turnover over a specific period. It involves strategies and practices aimed at creating a positive work environment, offering competitive compensation and benefits, supporting professional growth, and fostering employee engagement and satisfaction. "Treat others how you want to be treated." Jesus of Nazareth Borja Cuan joined the performance advertising industry in 1998 and has built a career in the industry providing strategic business solutions for teams and clients. His track record of helping grow stable, successful organizations is underpinned by a career-long personal commitment to great client experiences. Borja combines big-picture perspective with exacting attention to make sure Four15's clients and team members get value out of their work every day. Favorite snack is a Chomps-grassfed beef jerky Four15 Digital LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Music-"Homesick" Copyright 2018. Written by Shireen Amini. Produced by Shireen Amini and Mike Davidson of Plaid Dog Recording (Boston, MA).

Femininity is a set of qualities, expressions, and energies traditionally associated with softness, empathy, intuition, receptivity, creativity, and nurturing, which can be embodied by people of any gender. "People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Maya Angelou Angela R. Lewis is the Head of Operations at SpeakerHub, leading a global team across four continents. Angela draws on her background in sports and executive leadership to help others build trust, lead with empathy, and communicate with clarity. She is a former professional basketball player, coach and author. Through her books and speaking, she empowers professionals to navigate change and lead with confidence—using her signature 6V Framework—on and off the court. Favorite snack is popcorn. Angela Lewis LinkedIn Instagram YouTube Music-"Homesick" Copyright 2018. Written by Shireen Amini. Produced by Shireen Amini and Mike Davidson of Plaid Dog Recording (Boston, MA).