Best Zovig Garboushian Podcasts (2024)

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Hybrid Meetings, Karaoke, and Road Trippin' to Cleveland 11:45

36m ago11:45

11:45

In this special episode, KiKi L'Italien answers a question about strategies for boosting member engagement in hybrid events. Then, we switch gears as KiKi shares her go-to karaoke song and reminisces about unforgettable karaoke nights in Charleston. Plus, get the scoop on the exciting Association Chat Road Trip to ASAE Annual in Cleveland, complete…

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119 Your Blueprint for Building Trust with Justin Patton 28:25

8d ago28:25

28:25

Trust is the antidote to so many common issues that can occur on the manufacturing floor. But how can you build trust—both in yourself and with your team? Find out in this episode of Mindfulness Manufacturing with guest Justin Patton! Justin is a certified speaker professional and leadership presence expert, who challenges leaders to reimagine how …

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E10: Why Tools, Tips & Tricks Don't Cure Self-Doubt 26:41

13d ago26:41

26:41

“A tool, while useful, cannot cure self-doubt,” says Zovig Garboushian, but it can guide our evolution. In this episode, Zovig challenges the allure of quick-fix solutions to complex behavioral issues in executive coaching. She discusses how frequent requests for tools to manage procrastination or public speaking anxiety often reveal deeper issues …

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Price is Right –– Helping Associations Find Financial Resilience 58:35

17d ago58:35

58:35

Associations need to focus on financial resilience, innovative pricing strategies, and value proposition in order to thrive in a changing landscape and ensure their existence. 00:00 📚 Associations need financial resilience and pricing aligned with value to thrive, as traditional revenue sources have shifted and competition comes from partners, not …

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118 Why Compassion and Connection are the Keys to Transforming Manufacturing with Karin J. Lund 28:13

23d ago28:13

28:13

The manufacturing industry just keeps getting greater—and it’s all thanks to passionate, mindful leaders who show up every day ready to engage their teams, improve their mindset, and create an environment where people love to work. One of these leaders is Karen J. Lund, a bestselling author and keynote speaker with a long career in the steel indust…

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E9: DJ Meets Corporate Leadership With Emily Griffin 34:23

27d ago34:23

34:23

“Being an artist absolutely is what keeps me, ‘me’ in the corporate ecosystem,” says DJ and Director of Programs for Microsoft’s Global Experiences, Emily Griffin. In this episode, Emily discusses how she balances her roles in tech and music while maintaining her authenticity. At Microsoft, Emily shapes the organizational culture to boost employee …

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117 You Can’t Proceduralize Everything! With Jake Mazulewicz 30:19

1M ago30:19

30:19

When a mistake occurs on the plant floor, your mind might jump to one question: who caused this issue, and should I write them up for their mistake? But there’s a more productive approach you could be taking—and in this episode of Mindfulness Manufacturing, guest Dr. Jake Mazulewicz breaks it all down! With a background as a firefighter, EMT, and m…

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E8: My Work With Psychedelics and Plant Medicine 36:45

1M ago36:45

36:45

There is a place for psychedelics in the pursuit of personal growth according to Zovig Garboushian. In this episode, Zovig shares her experiences with MDMA, LSD, and psilocybin, showing how these tools have profoundly shaped her understanding and acceptance of herself. Emphasizing that her insights are drawn from personal use rather than profession…

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116 Lessons for Navigating a Crisis with Confidence with Dave Sanderson 31:49

2M ago31:49

31:49

In 2009, total engine loss forced US Airways Flight 1549 to make an emergency crash landing in New York City’s Hudson River—and thanks to the quick actions of the pilot, flight crew, and passengers, all 155 people on board made it safely off the plane. Now known as “the miracle on the Hudson,” this harrowing incident offers up important lessons on …

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E7: The Many Faces of Confidence with Startup Founder Danielle Letayf 30:39

2M ago30:39

30:39

“Are we born with it? Do we develop it? Is it a choice? Is it the result?” Zovig Garboushian ponders the essence of confidence. “And I say, yes, it's all of those things. And by the way, it looks different on everyone,” she asserts. In this episode, Zovig sits down with Danielle Letayf, CEO and founder of Badassery, to explore the multifaceted natu…

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115 Put Your Core Values Into Action with Adam Hill 27:25

2M ago27:25

27:25

In many manufacturing organizations, company values can be seen in plaques on the walls, but don’t show up in the behavior and language used on the shop floor. How can we get core values off the walls and into action? Find out in this episode with guest Adam Hill! Adam is the nine-figure CEO of a 4th generation family business, as well as a keynote…

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Avoidance Aftermath – Uncovering the Hidden Costs of Inaction 45:18

2M ago45:18

45:18

Avoidance and inaction in the workplace and in personal relationships can have significant negative consequences, and it is important to address and overcome these patterns in order to foster growth and psychological safety. 00:00 🔍 Avoidance and inaction have hidden costs, leading to negative assumptions, personalization, and a negative impact on …

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E6: You Are Not a Fake - A R.E.A.L. Way to Debunk the Imposter 22:20

2M ago22:20

22:20

“I don't believe in impostor syndrome,” says Zovig Garboushian, as she challenges the terminology itself and explores the unsettling experience faced by many achievers and leaders. Zovig discusses how environments filled with comparisons and the constant need to prove one's worth can amplify feelings of imposter syndrome. She touches upon the added…

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114 How to Use Positivity to Improve Connection with Jon Gordon 28:08

3M ago28:08

28:08

If you want to improve safety, quality, productivity, and results, the first step is looking toward improving connection. With more mindfulness and connection, your entire organization can thrive—and in this episode, guest Jon Gordon is here to show you exactly how you can improve connection and fight disconnect in your organization! Jon is one of …

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E5: Shift Happens: Unexpected Career Moves with KiKi L'Italien 46:19

3M ago46:19

46:19

Feeling stuck in your career path or contemplating a significant change? Zovig Garboushian explores this question with her former colleague, KiKi L'Italien, the VP of Marketing for Big Red M and Editor-in-Chief of Association Chat. KiKi shares insights into her pivotal shift from a decade-long career as a solopreneur to embracing a role within a la…

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Your Secret Leadership Superpower | Zovig Garboushian 36:20

3M ago36:20

36:20

Think the secret to skyrocketing your leadership and team performance is all about working harder or networking more? Think again. In this episode of Association Chat, KiKi L'Italien teams up with executive coach Zovig Garboushian to dive deep into why the most successful leaders might just be the ones who know themselves best. Why It’s Time to Loo…

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113 Finding New Perspectives Through Emotional Intelligence with Karine Leblanc 31:28

3M ago31:28

31:28

“I’m great in my role and have valuable information to share . . . so why doesn’t anyone want to work with me?” If you’ve ever asked yourself this question, this podcast with guest Karine Leblanc is for you! Karine Leblanc is a bestselling author and international public speaker who uses her unique engineering background to help technical professio…

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E3: How to Let Go of Perfectionism 26:46

3M ago26:46

26:46

Perfectionism holds us back. While this may sound like stating the obvious, it's actually much more complex. Zovig Garboushian explores this complexity in this episode of “When Does It Get Good?” by delving into the nuanced differences between striving for excellence and falling into the trap of perfectionism—a path marked by external pressures, fe…

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E1: My Take on Self-Awareness And Why It's Critical For a Good Life 26:20

3M ago26:20

26:20

“Self-awareness is not just the idea that you've gone to therapy or you've listened to some feedback or you've taken a personality assessment or two” says Zovig Garboushian as she unpacks the first episode of "When Does It Get Good?," Zovig delves into the essence of self-awareness. She says self-awareness is not just about recognizing your traits …

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E2: 6 Coaching Principles to Help You Feel Personal Freedom 33:11

3M ago33:11

33:11

"Let go or be dragged." This is one of the favorite quotes of host Zovig Garboushian that aligns perfectly with one of her executive coaching principles. In this episode of "When Does It Get Good," Zovig shares the transformative power of embracing six core principles in both coaching and personal life: Take it or leave it. You are always at choice…

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E4: How to Stop People Pleasing 31:50

3M ago31:50

31:50

"People-pleasing is a killer of our physical, emotional, financial, mental, and spiritual energy, and it's a total time suck," declares host Zovig Gaboushian as she delves into the detrimental impact of prioritizing others over oneself. Exploring the underlying causes of people-pleasing, from past traumas to an ingrained need for validation and fea…

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112 Hope is Not a Strategy with Shawn Rhodes 31:10

4M ago31:10

31:10

There’s a four-letter word you should avoid on the manufacturing floor . . . and it’s not the one you think! In this episode, hear from guest Shawn Rhodes on why hope is the four-letter word you should remove from your processes. With a background as a war correspondent, Shawn knows firsthand how environments can quickly change, and now serves as a…

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A Hot Take on Trust – Do They Trust Your Association? 31:25

4M ago31:25

31:25

In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italie explores the complex world of trust within associations with "A Hot Take on Trust – Do They Trust Your Association?" Discover why trust goes beyond a binary existence and how associations can actively cultivate it among members, leadership, and broader communities. From the importance of consi…

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Can AI Help Make Higher Education More Equitable? 58:04

4M ago58:04

58:04

AI and Equitable Education...we hear alot about the harm that generative AI can cause on campuses, but can it also heal and improve equitability for higher ed? Join host KiKi L'Italien for this episode featuring insights from Charles Ansell of Complete College America, Michael Baston from Cuyahoga Community College, and Audrey Ellis, the visionary …

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111 How to Become a Self-Awareness Champion with Zovig Garboushian 27:03

4M ago27:03

27:03

Do you want to improve relationships at your organization and change the way you show up for your team? It all starts with self-awareness . . . and in this episode, guest Zovig Garboushian is here to show you the tips you need to become a self-awareness champion! With years of experience in brand marketing, management consulting, and leadership dev…

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ASAE Launches Association Governance Institute – What is it? What happens next? 48:00

4M ago48:00

48:00

ASAE Launches Association Governance Institute – what is it and what happens next? "Charting New Horizons in Association Leadership: Paul Pomerantz Talks AGI Launch" Tune into Association Chat with host KiKi L'Italien as we welcome Paul Pomerantz, the force behind the new Association Governance Institute (AGI). In this episode, we uncover the essen…

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When Does It Get Good? - Trailer 2:39

4M ago2:39

2:39

When Does It Get Good? is for the overachievers, perfectionists, leaders, and consummate doers who give everything to everything. From the outside, it looks like you have it all but you secretly feel like something’s still missing. In this twice-monthly show, we’ll dive into why it still feels this way and how you can create the joy, success, and p…

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The AI Evolution in Associations with BettyBot AI’s Pioneers 50:25

4M ago50:25

50:25

Join host KiKi L'Italien on Association Chat as she looks into the transformative impact of AI on associations with guests, BettyBot.AI thought leaders: Rob Barnes, Thomas Altman, and Dray McFarlane! Discover how associations are revolutionizing education and engagement through technology – and how BettyBot's leaders are helping them to do it! High…

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110 Passion, Purpose, and Perseverance: An Entrepreneur’s Recipe for Success 25:00

5M ago25:00

25:00

What are the 3 P’s of success? Grab a cup of your favorite tea and find out in this episode with Tonia Jahshan! Tonia is the founder of Canadian loose leaf tea company Sipology, which skyrocketed to great levels of success after Tonia pitched her business on Dragons’ Den, the Canadian version of Shark Tank. Today, Sipology is one of the fastest gro…

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Meet This Association's New AI Staff! 54:04

5M ago54:04

54:04

An association introduces its new AI "staff" – and the robot overlords are friendly (for now)... Welcome to this episode of the Association Chat Podcast, full of the delights and dorkiness that any well-intentioned association podcast talking about technology these days can hardly avoid. For this episode, we talk with Liz Peuster, CAE, Director Of …

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Higher Logic's Homecoming: Charting a Future with the Dream Team 59:52

5M ago59:52

59:52

Join Association Chat for a discussion with Higher Logic's visionary leaders in our latest episode of Association Chat. We sit down with Rob Wenger, Co-Founder and CEO, alongside returning giants Mark Lowry and Conor Sibley, now serving as Chief Revenue Officer and Chief Technology Officer, respectively. This episode, "Higher Logic's Homecoming: Ch…

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109 An Endurance Athlete's Lessons for the Manufacturing Floor with Steven Pivnik 26:45

5M ago26:45

26:45

What does manufacturing leadership have in common with running marathons or climbing mountains? Learn the answer in this episode with guest Steven Pivnik! Steven is an entrepreneur, author, and international speaker, who took his company Binary Tree to great success during his time as CEO. He is also an endurance athlete who has reached the summit …

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Association Podcasters Battle Royale 1:01:23

5M ago1:01:23

1:01:23

Get ready for the most epic, laugh-out-loud episode yet – "Association Podcasters Battle Royale"! This was a full-on adventure where the best of the best association podcasters clash in a hilariously unpredictable showdown. Featuring Dave Will, the strategic genius from "Association Strong!" podcast; Ben Muscolino, the tech sorcerer of "The Associa…

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Can AI's Invisible Hand Shape Relationship Ties? A Chat with Jeff Wickert 56:12

5M ago56:12

56:12

In this episode, we'll talk with Jeff Wickert, the CEO/Chief Vision Officer of Quoala – he brings with him insights on enhancing dialogue and understanding in the digital age. We'll explore how an innovative approach to listening, understanding, and responding is creating a ripple effect in the realms of organizational leadership and community enga…

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Association Podcasters Mayhem! It's all Dave's fault... 52:02

5M ago52:02

52:02

Which of these association podcasters should be banned forever? Wait! Don't answer that until you watch this fun episode that we will all surely regret recording later! This discussion features Dave Will, strategic mastermind from Association Strong! podcast; Ben Muscolino, the tech wizard of The Association Podcast; Joanna Pineda, the community ch…

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108 Finding Your Infinite Influence with Alyson Van Hooser 31:00

5M ago31:00

31:00

From convincing a valued team member to stay with your organization to motivating an employee to level up their performance, you use influence everyday on the manufacturing floor. But what exactly is influence, and how can you more productive ways to influence others in your organization? Alyson Van Hooser has the answers! Alyson is a keynote speak…

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Steering Through the Storm: Innovative Leadership in Times of Environmental Upheaval 57:36

5M ago57:36

57:36

In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien, alongside experts Elizabeth Weaver Engel and Shelly Alcorn, explores the pressing issue of climate disruption and its impact on association leadership. Elizabeth and Shelly discuss their recently released whitepaper, exploring strategies for resilience and adaptation in a world increasingly …

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Research Integrity, Trust Trends Transforming Scholarly Events 47:43

6M ago47:43

47:43

“Integrating DEI and sustainability isn't just about ticking boxes. It's about creating events that truly resonate with our diverse global community,” Laura Harvey, Chief Customer Officer for Ex Ordo. Change is everywhere – even in niche areas like scholarly events. And you know how it is with these things. While some of these changes are good, som…

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107 Building Your Reset Mindset with Penny Zenker 27:07

6M ago27:07

27:07

In the busy and high-stress world of manufacturing, it can be hard to find your focus! What can you do to reset your focus and prioritize what matters most? Find out in this episode of Mindfulness Manufacturing with “Focusologist” Penny Zenker. Penny is as an international speaker, business strategy coach, and bestselling author who has been featur…

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Transforming Association Content into Growth Engines 46:39

6M ago46:39

46:39

Join us in this enlightening episode of Association Chat, where we delve into the art of transforming your association's content into a powerful catalyst for growth and innovation as we move towards 2024 with Mission Fuel CEO Dan Streeter. Discover actionable strategies for repurposing existing resources into revenue streams, learn how to align you…

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106 Using Humor to Bridge the Connection Gap with Tim Gard 27:50

6M ago27:50

27:50

Is humor the secret weapon for bridging the connection gap in your organization? Find out more in this episode featuring Tim Gard, CSP, CPAE. Tim is a Hall of Fame speaker and business coach who uses his own humor-infused presentations to help others use humor to improve productivity, create stronger connections, and bring more resilience and resou…

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105 A New Model for Positive Thinking with Dr. Paul Jenkins 32:39

7M ago32:39

32:39

Just think positive! We’re all heard this phrase before, but thinking positively can be easier said than done, especially if you’re dealing with a painful situation or difficult challenge. In this episode, guest Dr. Paul Jenkins is here to help you find a new approach for positive thinking. Dr. Paul is a professional psychologist who specializes in…

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104 Leading with Intention, P2 with Jon Giganti 28:16

7M ago28:16

28:16

If you missed part one with guest Jon Giganti, be sure to listen to Episode 103 here. Jon Giganti is speaker, tech executive, and USA Today bestselling author. He is the author of With Intention, where he delves into how leaderships can use skills like agency, awareness, and ambition to find new success, take ownership of their past, and bring impa…

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103 Leading With Intention, P1 with Jon Giganti 28:05

8M ago28:05

28:05

Do you find yourself starting the day with positive intentions, then leaving your manufacturing plant at the end of the day feeling like you didn’t actually accomplish any of your intentions? You might be struggling with “intention deficit disorder!” This is definitely something I’ve struggled with, but I felt much better after reading With Intenti…

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102 Be a Witness: Why Seeing Others and Being Seen Is the Key to Building Relationships with Corban David Janai 27:23

8M ago27:23

27:23

Relationships play a key role in fostering curiosity, building connection, and combating disconnection. But how do we create strong, authentic relationships? To answer that question, I’m joined by guest Corban David Jenai. Corban is an entrepreneur, artist, world traveler, and father. He also currently serves as the Chief Hope Officer at HopeGuide,…

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101 Relationships, Realities, Results, and Authenticity: The Equation for Success with Kathy Miller 23:59

9M ago23:59

23:59

To make better decisions and increase the overall engagement in your organization or workplace, you need diversity of thought! This is why I’m always so excited to talk to women in manufacturing roles, like Kathy Miller! Kathy has held multiple executive roles in manufacturing, including roles at General Motors, Delphi Automotive Systems, and Rolls…

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100 Win the Day: Stories and Tips for Finding Motivation and Results with Eric Berdan 30:49

9M ago30:49

30:49

“Are you winning?” This is one of my favorite questions to ask when I enter a manufacturing plant, and it’s always interesting to see the variety of responses. To learn more about how leaders and their teams can do more to “win the day,” I’m excited to welcome my friend and former neighbor Eric Berdan to the Mindfulness Manufacturing podcast. After…

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99 How To Be Relentlessly Helpful with Susan Baier 27:22

10M ago27:22

27:22

“What else can I do to help?” For Susan Baier, the founder and president of Audience Audit, this question changed the trajectory of her career when she received generous assistance as a recent college graduate. She now gives back through her work with Audience Audit, where she helps businesses grow their ROI through transformational thought leaders…

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98 Write Your Own "Must-Read" with AJ Harper 25:41

10M ago25:41

25:41

Have you ever wanted to write a book? Do you want to grow your writing skills or find new ways to use words to inspire your team and grow your organization? If you’re ready to take the first steps toward writing a book, AJ Harper is here to help! AJ is an editor, publishing strategist, and former ghostwriter who now uses her skills to help others w…

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Empowering Engagement Bridging Connections Through Technology with Mark Wallach 1:01:28

10M ago1:01:28

1:01:28

In this enlightening episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien sits down with Mark Wallach, CEO Emeritus of Engagement Mobile Strategies, to delve into the future of member engagement. Together, they unravel the complexities of using technology to enhance connectivity, foster relationships, and empower leaders in the association landscape. F…

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