On this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest, Kendra Schneider, the Founder of Takeout Takeout LLC located in Lansing, MI.   Tedi and Kendra talk about why Kendra started Takeout Takeout and why her company was founded with creative and innovative ideas to help solve today’s climate crisis.  Kendra shares with us how her personal journey has inspired her to find ways she could create a mutually beneficial support system between conscious consumers and restaurants.  You can learn more about Kendra at:Website:  https://www.takeouttakeoutmi.com/Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Takeout.Takeout.MI Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/takeout.takeout.mi/ Email:  [email protected] Cafe (Facebook Page)  Apple Blossom Kombucha (Facebook Page)The opinions and statements made by guests on Real Talk with Tedi are/or do not necessarily reflect those of  Real Talk with Tedi .  To learn more, please visit:    https://www.teditalks.com Real Talk with Tedi Intro music provided by: ChilledMusic (Spark of Energy) 

On this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest, Jeremy Hurt, the Founder & Owner of Red Bike Delivery located in Lansing, MI.   Tedi and Jeremy talk about how he (Jeremy) started Red Bike Delivery and why he is on a mission to change the way we use order/delivery services.  Jeremy shares with us his passion for reducing his carbon footprint and future plans for Red Bike Delivery.   We also discuss the three Addy Awards that Red Bike Delivery recently won for its hilarious commercials (links below).  You can learn more about Jeremy at:Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/rbdLLC1Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/red_bike_delivery_llc/TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@redbikedeliveryEmail:  [email protected]:  (231) 680-0501Link to View Commercials:  https://vimeo.com/showcase/10200948The opinions and statements made by guests on Real Talk with Tedi are/or do not necessarily reflect those of  Real Talk with Tedi .  To learn more, please visit:    https://www.teditalks.com Real Talk with Tedi Intro music provided by: ChilledMusic (Spark of Energy) 

On this special episode of Real Talk with Tedi , Tedi welcomes back the stunning and absolutely fabulous, Gabriella Stratton Galore,  a professional drag entertainer, licensed cosmetologist and make-up artist, located in Grand Rapids, MI.  Gabby is Tedi's Co-Host for this episode and has invited her good friends and colleagues DeeDee Chaunte and Jasinya Maria Sanchez to share with us their experiences as professional drag entertainers.  This is a no-holds-barred, nothing is off the table, raw and real conversation that you do not want to miss.   You can connect with Gabby, DeeDee & Jasinya at:Gabriella Stratton-GaloreWebsite:   https://www.midragbrunch.com/Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/gabriella.galoreInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/gabbygalore/. Email:  [email protected] Chaunte Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/deedeechaunte/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@officialdeedeechaunteJasinya Maria SanchezFaceboook:  https://www.facebook.com/jasinyamaria.sanchezInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/jasinyamaria/TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@big_haired_schmeggegePlease visit the Real Talk with Tedi Instagram page to see some amazing photos of Gabriella, DeeDee & Jasinya.  https://www.instagram.com/realtalkwithtedi/Disclaimer:  The opinions and statements made by guests on Real Talk with Tedi & Lisa are/or do not necessarily reflect those of  Real Talk with Tedi & Lisa or The Professionals Forum LLC.  Learn more  at:  https://www.tlrealtalk.com/Real Talk with Tedi & Lisa Intro music provided by: ChilledMusic (Spark of Energy) 

On this episode of Career Chat, Amy Pierce-Danders welcomes Amanda Chenkin, Founder & Career Strategist at Choice Career Counseling LLC and Anush Hansen, a Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Career Counselor at Kennebunk Career & Wellness Counseling to the podcast to discuss the importance of Workplace Mental Health & Well Being.  Amy, Amanda & Anush discuss the Surgeon General's public health framework and its five pillars.   They also discuss how HR professionals should ensure their is a focus on mental health and psychological safety in the workplace along with much, much more.  You can connect with Amy, Amanda & Anush at:Amy Pierce-Danders, Founder & Owner, Career Chat Podcast Co-HostE3 Coaching StudioWebsite:  https://www.e3coachingstudio.com/LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/amypierceFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/E3CoachingStudioEmail:   [email protected]:  (616) 552-9702Amanda Chenkin, M.Ed, LCPC, NCC, CCCFounder/Counselor/Career StrategistChoice Career Counseling LLCLinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/achenkin/ Email:   [email protected] HansenBalanced Card SortsWebsite: https://balancedcardsorts.com/Kennebunk Career & Wellness CounselingWebsite:  https://kennebunkcounseling.com/#Phone: (207) 494-4040Email: [email protected] The opinions and statements made by guests on RTWT Career Chat are/or do not necessarily reflect those of  Career Chat  podcast on the Real Talk Network  Learn more  at:    https://www.teditalks.comThe music used for this podcast was provided by: Funky Logo 12 by TaigaSoundProd.  Check them out at: https://filmmusic.io/song/8045-funky-logo-12.  License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license.   Artist Website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod.

On this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes special guest Kimara Mayberry, Manager of Human Resources at ACCESS, Dearborn, MI.  Tedi and Kimara have a fascinating and in-depth conversation about Code Switching and Gaslighting in the workplace.   Kimara explains what Gaslighting is and the damage it can cause someone who experiences this.  She also shares with us her experience with Code Switching and why so many individuals have to do this to survive and thrive in the workplace.  You can connect with Kimara at:Kimara P. Mayberry, MBA,PHR,SHRM-CP,CHAAManager of Human ResourcesACCESSWebsite:  https://www.accesscommunity.org/Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ACCESScommunity/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimara-mayberry-mba-phr-shrm-cp-chaa-52a4a213/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/ACCESS1971Email: [email protected]: (313) 842-6752 The Costs of Code Switching (Article)Gaslighting (Psychology Today Article)The opinions and statements made by guests on RTWT Career Chat are/or do not necessarily reflect those of  Career Chat  podcast on the Real Talk Network  Learn more  at:    https://www.teditalks.comThe music used for this podcast was provided by: Funky Logo 12 by TaigaSoundProd.  Check them out at: https://filmmusic.io/song/8045-funky-logo-12.  License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license.   Artist Website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod.

On this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back special guest, Sarah Pierce, the Founder of 517 Living.  Sarah provides us with an update on all the great things that happened in 2022 along with what to look for in 2023 here in the Lansing region. Sarah also shares with us the benefits of being part of the 517 Living.com membership directory.  Tedi and Sarah talk about all the great things happening in and around Lansing and how others can get connected.    You can learn more about Sarah and 517 Living at:517Living.com Website517 Living Facebook Page517 Living on Twitter517 Living on InstagramThe opinions and statements made by guests on Real Talk with Tedi are/or do not necessarily reflect those of  Real Talk with Tedi .  To learn more, please visit:    https://www.teditalks.com Real Talk with Tedi Intro music provided by: ChilledMusic (Spark of Energy) 

On this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes special guest Kellie Blackwell, Michigan Assistive Technology Program Co-Director at the Michigan Disability Rights Coalition (MDRC).  Tedi and Kellie talk about what Assistive Technology (AT) is and how it can greatly benefit those using AT and the organizations who understand its importance.  Kellie shares with us what we need to know when adding AT to our organizations and how MDRC can assist businesses to better understand the need for AT and what the ADA requires.   You can connect with Kellie at:Kellie Blackwell, MA, CRCMichigan Assistive Technology Program Co-DirectorMichigan Disability Rights Coalition (MDRC) Website:  https://mymdrc.org/Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/mymdrcTwitter:   https://twitter.com/mymdrcEmail:  [email protected]: 1-800-578-0280, Ext. #352MDRC Assistive Technology ProgramUnited Cerebral Palsy of MichiganDisability Rights MichiganJob Accommodation Network (JAN)The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) The opinions and statements made by guests on RTWT Career Chat are/or do not necessarily reflect those of  Real Talk with Tedi  podcast or The Professionals Forum LLC.  Learn more  at:    https://www.teditalks.comThe music used for this podcast was provided by: Funky Logo 12 by TaigaSoundProd.  Check them out at: https://filmmusic.io/song/8045-funky-logo-12.  License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license.   Artist Website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod.

On this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes special guest Tiffany DeMyers, Founder & Principal of OWE Consulting LLC, located in Lansing, MI.  Tedi and Tiffany have a great discussion on the importance of having a strong culture of inclusion in the workplace and how we can make this happen.  Tiffany shares with us some of the 'red flags' and pitfalls to avoid when creating a DEI program/strategy and why working with an outside professional consultant can be beneficial to the overall success of your DE&I plan/strategy.    You can connect with Tiffany at:Tiffany DeMyers, Founder & Principal, OWE Consulting LLCPeople Operations & Project Management ExecutiveLinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanydemyers Twitter:  https://twitter.com/worldchangertifEmail:  [email protected]: (616) 730-3077The opinions and statements made by guests on RTWT Career Chat are/or do not necessarily reflect those of  Real Talk with Tedi  podcast or The Professionals Forum LLC.  Learn more  at:    https://www.teditalks.comThe music used for this podcast was provided by: Funky Logo 12 by TaigaSoundProd.  Check them out at: https://filmmusic.io/song/8045-funky-logo-12.  License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license.   Artist Website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod.

On this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back special guest, Jerry Norris, Primus Inter Paris at The Fledge, located in Lansing, MI.   Tedi and Jerry discuss what it means to be hungry (food insecure), and what a 'food desert' is .  Jerry shares with us ways we can address food insecurities and the impact being hungry is having on our youth.  Jerry also provides us with an update on the continued great work of The Fledge and The People's Council and what they are doing here in the Lansing region.   You can learn more about Jerry at:  Email:  [email protected] Phone:  (517) 230-7679 The Fledge (Website) The Fledge Facebook Page The People's Council of Lansing (Facebook Page) Capital Area United Way (ALICE)MoveforHunger.org (Website)What is a Food Desert? (Article)Loaves & Fishes Ministries (Website)Advent House Ministries (Website)Umjoa House (Website)  The opinions and statements made by guests on Real Talk with Tedi are/or do not necessarily reflect those of  Real Talk with Tedi or The Professionals Forum LLC.  Learn more  at:    https://www.teditalks.com Real Talk with Tedi Intro music provided by: ChilledMusic (Spark of Energy) 

On our final episode of 2023 on Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back Chaka Holley, Founder & CEO & Psychotherapist of A New Day Master Works Consulting, located in Chicago, IL.   Tedi and Chaka talk about the anxiety and trauma that can be present during the holidays.  Chaka shares with us ways we can handle the stress of having to deal with family, coworkers and friends.  Tedi and Chaka talk about creating new traditions when the old ones may cause you to have to confront past trauma.  Chaka provides us with some great tips and resources on how we can be kinder to ourselves and others this holiday season.  You can connect with Chaka at:Website:  http://www.anewdaymwc.org/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064070143807LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaka-holley-8426a94Phone:  (773) 395-1308Email:  [email protected]:  The opinions and statements made by guests on Real Talk with Tedi are/or do not necessarily reflect those of  Real Talk with Tedi or The Professionals Forum LLC.  Learn more  at:    https://www.teditalks.com Real Talk with Tedi Intro music provided by: ChilledMusic (Spark of Energy)