The Transition Bridge Podcast

"It is not the answer that enlightens, but the question." — Eugene Ionesco Have you ever thought about how powerful one question can be? What is behind Designing Meaningful Connections? That question is the architecture behind every session I design, every room I facilitate, every leader I coach, and every partnership I build. It is not a method. It is a belief that the most powerful thing any leader, team, or organization can do is learn to hold the conversations that matter most. This is the work. And it is available to you. Natalie Alcantara is a Conversation Architect, Executive Coach, and Strategic Advisor who works with leaders and professionals who are ready to stop performing a life that no longer fits and start building one that is entirely their own. Natalie works across industries and continents, and her work is grounded in one belief: the right question changes everything. She is also the creator of Your Reinvention, a six-week private coaching journey for the person who is done circling what they want and ready to move toward it. Connect with Natalie: Website - https://www.nataliealcantara.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliealcantara/ CONNECT WITH DEBI Website – https://www.debironca.com Instagram - @debironca Email – info@debironca.com Free Group Coaching - https://debi.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/group-coaching YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DebiRoncaOfficial Amy Throw | Stylist & Image CoachI style women in clothes they love & build opportunities they believe in https://www.cabionline.com/?pws=styledwithsoul Check out my online course! Your Story’s Changing, Finding Purpose in Life’s Transitionshttps://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-program The Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Sellerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBD Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-call

If you currently have a family business or are considering starting one, this episode is for you! My guest, Stephen Shortt, joins us today from Ireland to talk about how to build a Killer Family Business without killing your family. In this episode, Stephen shares: The dynamics and the succession of a generational family business Why a family business can struggle, and the real issues beneath the surface How families can separate family roles, ownership, and leadership without resentment Where family relationships collide with making good business decisions Stephen Shortt is a dynamic Career & Talent Strategist, Family Business Facilitator, Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Author. He is dedicated to helping people find their ideal careers and guiding companies and family enterprises to build high-performing, future-ready teams. As a Family Business Facilitator, Stephen draws on his own background growing up in two family businesses to help families strengthen communication, align values, and navigate the complexities of working together. Connect with Stephen: https://successfulsuccession.com https://stephenshortt.com CONNECT WITH DEBI Do you feel stuck? Do you sense it’s time for a change, but are unsure where to start or how to move forward? Schedule a clarity call! Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-call Website – https://www.debironca.com Instagram - @debironca Email – info@debironca.com YouTube - @debironcaofficialCheck out my online course! Your Story’s Changing, Finding Purpose in Life’s Transitionshttps://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-program The Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Sellerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBD

Sudden loss transitions are the most difficult to process. We are blindsided and caught off guard when they happen in our lives. This is what happened to my dear friend and guest, Bunmi Samuel. In July 2014, Bunmi decided to sign up for a skydiving adventure. Little did he know that this one decision would become the catalyst for his sudden loss transition. The sudden loss of his health. Bunmi Samuel fell 15,000 feet as a result of a malfunction of his parachute. Unbelievably, Bunmi survives.His story is riveting. His story is one of overcoming and resilience in the face of extreme adversity, injuries, and pain. How does anyone survive this type of accident? How does anyone create a new life when even the doctors said it was impossible? His injuries were too severe, the challenges were overwhelming, and they did not give any hope to Bunmi. But deep inside the human spirit is the will to live and the will to come back. Bunmi’s story will inspire you to believe in the impossible. Believe that there is always hope and that your story is never over, because there is more for you to do even when life has created a new narrative for you. Today, Bunmi would share that entrepreneurship is the fire in his belly! He is a deep believer in the human ability to transform challenges. His work ethic, vision for life, and the practice of it all are evidence of this. Mr. Samuel serves as an advisor to youth, to the community, and to forward-thinking organizations. As an entrepreneur, Bunmi has created two companies. Pants and Sleeves, a creative design and development agency. Able World is a company that advises and coaches on transformation and mission alignment. CONNECT WITH BUNMI: Email: myableworld@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bunmisamuel/Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/bunmi.samuel.37/?_rdc=1&_rdr# CONNECT WITH DEBI Do you feel stuck? Do you sense it’s time for a change, but are unsure where to start or how to move forward? Schedule a clarity call! Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-call Website – https://www.debironca.com Instagram - @debironca Email – info@debironca.com Check out my online course! Your Story’s Changing, Finding Purpose in Life’s Transitionshttps://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-program The Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Sellerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBD

One of life’s transitions that is not only painful but also impacts an entire family is the time when divorce becomes a reality. A challenging time for the parents and especially the children. If you find yourself or a loved one trying to navigate this difficult time in life, this episode will be a source of invaluable and experiential information and wisdom. My guest today, Rosalind Sedacca, is recognized as The Voice of Child-Centered Divorce. She is also a Divorce & Co-Parenting Coach and founder of the Child-Centered Divorce Network, which provides advice, programs, coaching, and other valuable resources for parents who are facing, moving through, or transitioning after a divorce. Rosalind is the author of How Do I Tell the Kids About the Divorce?, an internationally acclaimed ebook designed to help parents get through the tough divorce talk with the best possible outcome for themselves and their children. Connect with Rosalind: Website: https://www.childcentereddivorce.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChildCenteredDivorce/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosalindsedacca/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosalindsedacca/ CONNECT WITH DEBI Do you feel stuck? Do you sense it’s time for a change, but are unsure where to start or how to move forward? Schedule a clarity call! Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-call Website – https://www.debironca.com Instagram - @debironca Email – info@debironca.com Check out my online course! Your Story’s Changing, Finding Purpose in Life’s Transitionshttps://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-program The Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Sellerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBD

Our lives are a story of transitions, always closing one chapter and opening another. As we move from 2025 into 2026, I’ve been thinking a lot about chapters. not the kind we rush through but the kind we feel the chapters that change us stretch us and sometimes leave a mark we didn’t expect Because here’s the thing: A new year doesn’t automatically mean a new beginning.It just gives us a moment to pause, long enough to decide what we’re bringing with us—and what we’re not. “Not everything from last year deserves a seat in the next one.”CONNECT WITH DEBI Do you feel stuck? Do you sense it’s time for a change, but are unsure where to start or how to move forward? Schedule a clarity call! Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-call Website – https://www.debironca.com Instagram - @debironca Email – info@debironca.com Check out my online course! Your Story’s Changing, Finding Purpose in Life’s Transitionshttps://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-program The Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Sellerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBD