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We are here at eTail Palm Springs and seeing and hearing the latest and greatest in e-commerce and retail. Question: Do you need to choose between AI and human recommendations as a customer? Why not have both? After all, don’t each have their strengths? AI in the retail experience is all the rage these days, but today I’m talking with someone from a brand that has been incorporating AI-personalized experiences and shopping combined with expert human recommendations for over 14 years, and continues to innovate today. Today we’re going to talk about how AI-based personalization plus human creativity and input makes an amazing customer experience at Stitch Fix. To help me discuss this topic, I’d like to welcome Noah Zamansky, Vice President of Product and Client Experience at Stitch Fix. About Noah Zamansky Noah Zamansky serves as the Vice President of Product and Client Experience at Stitch Fix, where he leads cross-functional teams spanning Product, Design, Engineering, Algorithms, and Platform Development. A seasoned leader, Noah has a proven track record of shaping product vision and strategy, designing exceptional user experiences, and spearheading the launch of new business ventures. Before joining Stitch Fix, Noah held the role of Senior Director of Product Management at eBay, overseeing Fashion and Vertical Experiences. Resources Stitch Fix: https://www.stitchfix.com eTail Palm Springs: https://etailwest.wbresearch.com/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Listen to The Agile Brand without the ads. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3ymf7hd Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company…
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Welcome to the wild woman podcast, on this podcast I bring to surface the conversations we have in private about the outdoor community. My hope is that by sharing these challenging topics, I can break the ice, promote positive change, and empower people to be more informed, aware, and intentional with their actions. I’m an adventure life coach, and whitewater kayak instructor based out of Asheville, NC. I specialize in empowering outdoor athletes and enthusiasts to overcome the mental side of adventure so that they can feel safe, secure and satisfied with their adventures and their life. Check out my website www.wildwomanbecca.com for more on what I do.
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Welcome to the wild woman podcast, on this podcast I bring to surface the conversations we have in private about the outdoor community. My hope is that by sharing these challenging topics, I can break the ice, promote positive change, and empower people to be more informed, aware, and intentional with their actions. I’m an adventure life coach, and whitewater kayak instructor based out of Asheville, NC. I specialize in empowering outdoor athletes and enthusiasts to overcome the mental side of adventure so that they can feel safe, secure and satisfied with their adventures and their life. Check out my website www.wildwomanbecca.com for more on what I do.
Apply for the Worn to Wild Program Join the Group Chat Experience (free for now!) Download the Own Your Shit Resource (also free) ---- This episode is a blurb from my Wet Wild and Worth It Challenge hosted in the group chat experience. Imagine, you're in a 5 day challenge with me posting 2-5 short audio clips per day. That's this perspective. This is my 3 step process for calming myself down IN THE MOMENT when I'm low-key freaking out on the river. It's quick, easy and do-able from inside your boat. --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at becca@wildwomanbecca.com on instagram @wildwomanbecca ---…
Apply for the Worn to Wild Program Join the Group Chat Experience (free) Download the Own Your Shit Resource (also free) ---- You are not alone, no matter how lonely you feel! It can be hard ot make friends in adulthood and even harder to find aligned romantic partners. I've taken the feedback I hear regularly from clients, friends, and community members and built the "Send Social". It's an outdoorsy meet up space for singles and partnered adventurers to connect past the surface through adventure mindset activities and mini workshops. On this episode I share some realizations from our group shares and one exercise that I do regularly (and shared with a participant 1:1) that sparked a major "aha!!" moment. --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at becca@wildwomanbecca.com on instagram @wildwomanbecca ---…
Come to the Send Social!! ($5 plus a gym pass) Apply for the Worn to Wild Program Join the Group Chat Experience (free) Download the Own Your Shit Resource (also free) ---- Some days I've felt so alone and some days I'm crying tears of joy for how strong my community is. I'm breaking it down in this episode. What are the qualities of a strong and abundant community vs. when I'm feeling lonely? I share stories from my van life days and utilize a tool from the worn to wild system in this episode. It's reverse engineering my own strengths to help myself (and you) succeed. --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at becca@wildwomanbecca.com on instagram @wildwomanbecca ---…
Apply for the Worn to Wild Program Join the Wet, Wild, and Worth It Group Chat Experience (free) Download the Own Your Shit Resource (also free) ---- I'm on a personal journey towards shedding a few pounds and Shannon lost over 75lbs and has kept it off. So naturally, I wanted to talk to her about it!! Join us for a conversation infused with psychology, personal experiences, and practical tips for "weight loss" (it's actually about getting in the best shape of your life). Shannon is a mom, kayaker, photographer, former self defense and kick boxing coach, anxiety and ocd coach, former personal trainer, and self proclaimed hippy. She has a degree in psychology and have lost over 75lbs and kept it off for over 10 years. Pst... she's also in Wet Wild and Worth it, so come join us and keep the conversation going!! (link above) --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. She works with folks who are feeling burntout, tired, and like they have NO TIME for themselves. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at rploener@gmail.com or phone at (302)-584-6579 ---…
Apply for the Worn to Wild Program Join the Wet, Wild, and Worth It Group Chat Experience (free) Download the Own Your Shit Resource (also free) ---- Whomever said treating yourself is meant to be a once in a while thing is SO WRONG. Let's go 180 and treat ourselves all the freaking time. You're a ducking queen!!! And you should treat yourself like one! Let's glamorize everything about your life so that even "mundane" tasks like taking out the trash have a classy, exciting vibe to it. What's the worst that could happen? You'll be happier? More passionate? More excited? Oh no!!! ;P --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. She works with folks who are feeling burntout, tired, and like they have NO TIME for themselves. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at rploener@gmail.com or phone at (302)-584-6579 ---…
Apply for the Worn to Wild Program Join the Wet, Wild, and Worth It Group Chat Experience Download the Own Your Shit Resource ---- It's time to let yourself rest. Let it be easy for once. During today's episode, I'm sharing my experiences with winter, both inside and outside of my body (menstrual cycle and seasonal). How do we become welcoming to rest and recovery when the whole world seems to exist in an eternal go go go summer? Check it out. --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. She works with folks who are feeling burntout, tired, and like they have NO TIME for themselves. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at rploener@gmail.com or phone at (302)-584-6579 ---…
Apply for the Worn to Wild Program Join the Wildly Connected Group Chat/Challenge (challenge is over, but the group chat continues) Download the Own Your Shit Resource Connect with Danielle on instagram: @dlpeeches ---- How does facilitation of psychedelics differ from recreational use and how does it translate into personal growth and paddling progression? In this episode, Danielle (She's trained in psychedelic-informed practices) and I explore what it's like to integrate personal transformation into paddling and adventure sports. The episode is really about this integration rather than the specifics of psychedelic facilitation and a lot of our conversations surprised me (as someone who doesn't really "do drugs"). --- Danielle is a whitewater kayaking, kiteboarding, mountain biking, rock climbing, and snowboarding. She has spent the last 10 years living in the Hood River and White Salmon areas of Oregon and Washington where she has embraced a life as a full-time adventurer. Danielle has also spent time in sunny locations in the winter to teach kiteboarding. Beyond outdoor recreation Danielle has a Master's degree in Psychology and loves learning about human nature and ways for us to live more embodied and balanced lives. She is currently building a creative podcast project to blend topics of healing with psychedelic medicines and outdoor recreation. --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. She works with folks who are feeling burntout, tired, and like they have NO TIME for themselves. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at rploener@gmail.com or phone at (302)-584-6579 ---…
Apply for the Worn to Wild Program Join the Wildly Connected Group Chat/Challenge (challenge is over, but the group chat continues) Download the Own Your Shit Resource ---- I'm back from the Grand Canyon and so many of ya'll are asking about how my trip was so I figured why not just make an episode about it. I share my stories from my birthday, reflections and life lessons, and things I would do differently on my next trip. It's a very calming, reflective, and gentle vibe. <3 --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. She works with folks who are feeling burntout, tired, and like they have NO TIME for themselves. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at rploener@gmail.com or phone at (302)-584-6579 ---…
Apply for the Worn to Wild Program (before Dec 15, 2024, you get the 2024 price!!!) Join the Wildly Connected Group Chat/Challenge (challenge is over, but the group chat continues) Download the Own Your Shit Resource ---- Class II badass? Hell yes. I said it and I meant it. Today I brought on a friend of mine, Erica Shanks to explore what it means to be a badass regardless of what level gnar you're sending. Why is this such a thing that people get stuck on? How can we support each other and ourselves more in celebrating the strengths we have?! I think this is one of the best episodes yet. <3 --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. She works with folks who are feeling burntout, tired, and like they have NO TIME for themselves. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at rploener@gmail.com or phone at (302)-584-6579 ---…
Rob's Website and Portfolio! Join the Wildly Connected Group Chat/Challenge Download the Own Your Shit Resource ---- Rob Giersch (giersched@bellsouth.net) is a retired engineer who has always had a creative itch and loved the outdoors. He's channeled those passions into whitewater photography and the Southeastern Paddling Community, volunteering at numerous ladies events (that's how we met)! That passion has led to lifelong friendships, a greater perspective on life, and a few job opportunities. His camera forces him (the introvert) to step out of his comfort zone to engage with the world, and every time he does he's rewarded with experiences he never could have imagined. --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. She works with folks who are feeling burntout, tired, and like they have NO TIME for themselves. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at rploener@gmail.com or phone at (302)-584-6579 ---…
Apply for the Worn to Wild Program (before Dec 15, 2024, you get the 2024 price!!!) Join the Wildly Connected Group Chat/Challenge (challenge is over, but the group chat continues) Download the Own Your Shit Resource ---- This week I brought on Abi Schneider, an emerging class IV paddler and kind soul to the Wild Woman Podcast to talk about what it's like to step up to class IV from the perspective of someone who's actually stepping it up to class IV (not from some pro kayaker or someone who's been doing it for a while already). On today's episode we talk about being safe AND stoked boaters, getting comfortable swimming bigger rapids and just overall what it's like to be ~becoming~ a class IV boater. This episode is more about the journey than the destination, join us in the adventure by listening in! And if you want to learn more, check out this article Abi was recently featured in! --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. She works with folks who are feeling burntout, tired, and like they have NO TIME for themselves. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at rploener@gmail.com or phone at (302)-584-6579 ---…
Apply for the Worn to Wild Program (before Dec 15, 2024, you get the 2024 price!!!) Join the Wildly Connected Group Chat/Challenge Download the Own Your Shit Resource Jenna Sinclair's Website hello@jennasinclair.com ---- This week I brought on Jenna Sinclair, a friend I met from a coaching program I'm in with Shoshanna Raven!! Jenna is a business energetics coach for women, has a Masters of Science in positive psychology and coaching psychology, loves to write comedy and is a meditation teacher, a marine mammal medic and new mother! On today's episode we talk about living life in story mode, feeling fear and moving through it, cold water and ocean submersion, and the paradoxes of our words... ie: liking whitewater because it both disconnects us (from the "real" world) and connects us (to each other and ourselves) among many other topics. It was such a fun way to get to know her better and I have no doubt you'll have fun listening along. Check out Jenna's website and email at the links above! --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. She works with folks who are feeling burntout, tired, and like they have NO TIME for themselves. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at rploener@gmail.com or phone at (302)-584-6579 ---…
Apply for the Worn to Wild Program (before Dec 15, 2024, you get the 2024 price!!!) Join the Wildly Connected Group Chat/Challenge Download the Own Your Shit Resource ---- I'm leaving for the Grand Canyon on December 15th!!! Ahhhhh I'm actually not that nervous haha. This is my third trip and every year I get back and update my packing list with notes from how it went and what I wish I had vs. didn't lug around. On today's episode I'm sharing my favorite items that I bring on trips and some controversial items that I don't bring that most people do. I'm also sharing a bit more of my story with how I got to go on my first and second grand trips and how I prepared myself energetically and created the space to go on the trip in my life. #manifestingmagic --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. She works with folks who are feeling burntout, tired, and like they have NO TIME for themselves. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at rploener@gmail.com or phone at (302)-584-6579 ---…
Apply for the Worn to Wild Program (before Dec 15, 2024, you get the 2024 price!!!) Join the Wildly Connected Group Chat/Challenge Download the Own Your Shit Resource ---- Have you ever had trouble falling asleep the night before a river run because you're nervous or anxious? I definitely have. I created an exercise that helps me turn this anxiousness into a useful tool and practice opportunity. During today's episode I explain my opinions on the concept of courage and fear. I DON'T think courage is being scared and doing it anyway. I actually low key hate that definition and concept in general of running big rapids while you're scared. During this episode I'm explaining my process for working THROUGH the fear so instead you're running rapids calmly, securely, and powerfully. --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. She works with folks who are feeling burntout, tired, and like they have NO TIME for themselves. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at rploener@gmail.com or phone at (302)-584-6579 ---…
Nick's Website and Workshops Join the Wildly Connected Group Chat/Challenge Download the Own Your Shit Resource ---- Check out Nick's upcoming workshops on Grief, Traumatic Stress and Growth, and Resiliency. (all on his website ) "My goal is to first understand without judgment. Therapeutic change happens under similar conditions that I enjoy eating a burrito: a judge free zone where it’s safe to be messy. You can expect my style to reflect core values of empathy and authenticity wrapped in a soft shell of playful fun and humor." - Nick On today's episode, we share stories about paddling together, brainstorm ways for introverted "crew chameleons" to build community and reflect on the lingering grief response after Hurricane Helene for Paddlers. --- Becca Ploener is an Adventure Life Coach and Whitewater Kayak Instructor based out of Asheville, NC. She works with folks who are feeling burntout, tired, and like they have NO TIME for themselves. Combining her knowledge from her background in psychology, experiential and inquiry based learning, wilderness medicine, women's health, and whitewater kayaking she helps people to take charge of their life again so they can have fun regularly and level up their outdoor sport. Her mission is to wake you up to your wild, brave, and downright uninhibited self. Check out her website, Wildwomanbecca.com and JOIN THE EMAIL LIST if you want to be in the know about all things Wild Woman! There is a monthly newsletter, email exclusive coaching deals, and information about the programs she's leading. You can learn more on her website, facebook at Wild Woman Coaching or reach out to her via email at rploener@gmail.com or phone at (302)-584-6579 ---…
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