Best Center for Integrated Professional Development Podcasts (2025)

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Unlocking Your Impact — Marketing with Integrity and Mission with Sophie Lechner 44:17

4d ago44:17

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Episode Description: Marketing doesn’t have to feel manipulative. In this powerful and grounded episode of Mission Driven You, Will sits down with Sophie Lechner, author of Unlock Your Impact, to explore how mission-driven entrepreneurs can grow their influence—without selling their soul. If you've ever felt allergic to funnels, frustrated by formu…

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Graduate QSEN Competencies and the AACN Essentials 12:38

5d ago12:38

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Transitioning current curriculum to the 2021 AACN Essentials, or redesigning curriculum to align with the competency-based Essentials, can be challenging. A group of nurse educators created a crosswalk between the QSEN graduate competency statements and the Essentials to support this transition. Learn more in this podcast and their article about ho…

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Human-Centered Design in Graduate Nursing Education 10:25

5d ago10:25

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Teaching nursing students how to conduct a human-centered design project fosters their creative self-efficacy and cultivates design thinking. In this podcast, Dr. Jeana Holt describes how she implemented experiential learning based on a human-centered design approach to solving patient care problems. More details about her project and future direct…

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Triage Tabletop Simulation for Developing Prioritization Skills 18:33

5d ago18:33

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A tabletop simulation, called Triage Tabletop, was developed by Dr. Laura Liggett and Brandi Snow to offer acute care nurse practitioner (NP) students an opportunity to experience clinical decision-making when triaging patients in the hospital setting. They join us in this podcast to explain this teaching strategy. During an on-campus clinical imme…

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Interdependence — Why Resilient Leaders Don’t Climb Alone 34:28

7d ago34:28

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Episode Description: You’ve mastered ownership. You’ve rewritten the old stories. Now comes the part most high-achieving leaders quietly resist: interdependence. In this solo episode of Mission Driven You, Will unpacks Layer Three of the Resilience Stack and introduces a powerful truth—real resilience isn’t about white-knuckling your way forward. I…

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Leading Beyond the Curve — Human-Centered Strategy in the Age of AI with Fadi Hindi 58:29

11d ago58:29

58:29

Episode Description: We’re no longer preparing for disruption—we’re living inside it. In this episode of Mission Driven You, Will sits down with Fadi Hindi, transformation strategist and advisor, to talk about what it means to lead in a world where AI, automation, and exponential technologies are not around the corner—they’re already here. Drawing …

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Radical Self-Ownership — Reclaiming Your Leadership from the Inside Out 32:27

14d ago32:27

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Episode Description: Success on paper doesn’t mean clarity in practice. In this episode of Mission Driven You, Will Samson continues the journey through the Resilience Stack by introducing Layer Two: Radical Self-Ownership—a mindset and practice that shifts you from reactivity to authorship, from control to clarity. If you’ve ever felt like you wer…

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Psychedelics, Presence, and the Ache for Meaning — with Alex Myers 47:39

18d ago47:39

47:39

Episode Description: What do we do when the frameworks we’ve used to make sense of life… stop working? When the stories we’ve told ourselves about success, identity, and healing begin to crack? In this powerful and raw episode of Mission Driven You, Will sits down with Alex Myers for an unflinching exploration of consciousness, healing, and what it…

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Development of Undergraduate Competencies in Caring for People Experiencing Homelessness 16:16

19d ago16:16

16:16

Nurses play a critical role in reducing health inequities in people experiencing homelessness (PEH), a key social determinant of health. The authors developed and validated competencies; associated knowledge, skills, and attitudes; and concepts, content, and learning activities to serve as an educational framework in providing care for PEH. Learn m…

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Interprofessional Team Training: Online vs. In-Person? 22:10

19d ago22:10

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Interprofessional team training (IPTT) prepares students from health care professions for team-based care. In this podcast with Dr. Allison Shorten, you will learn why IPTT is important. In their study with 866 students from 11 professions, they compared in-person and online delivery of IPTT: both groups improved, but the in-person delivery resulte…

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Artificial Intelligence: Reshaping Nursing Lectures 23:36

19d ago23:36

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With the explosion of artificial intelligence (AI), nurse educators are harnessing its impact in education. The most recent trend of AI usage has been with lecture slides. In this podcast, Dr. DeAnna Gapp explains how she uses AI to facilitate her work as a faculty member and presents strategies for using AI in preparing lectures. More examples are…

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Rewrite the Code — How to Upgrade the Stories Running Your Life 33:34

21d ago33:34

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Episode Description: You can’t lead well if you’re still running on outdated mental code. In this powerful solo episode of Mission Driven You, Will introduces the first layer of the Resilience Stack: the Mindset Reboot, or what he calls the code rewrite. Most high-performing leaders are relying on internal scripts written during times of survival—s…

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Prayercast: God Dependent; Be Like Sons Of Issachar; Wisdom In Changing Habits; Spiritual Renewal 18:19

25d ago18:19

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“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV) Teachers get two "new years": the start of the school year and the new calendar year. To recapture the new school year's optimism for the calendar new year, reflect on lessons learned from your students and what they revealed …

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Prayercast: God's Goodness And Provision; Patience In Classrooms; Christian Teachers Sharing Their Joy Of The Lord 17:26

25d ago17:26

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"And hope will never fail to satisfy our deepest need because the Holy Spirit that was given to us has flooded our hearts with God’s love." — Romans 5:5 (Voice) During the holidays, a child in your class may be sad and withdrawn. You may long to comfort them, but be unable to. Remember, God sees this child's sadness and your longing to comfort them…

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Prayercast: Creativity and Strategies for Bringing Christmas into Classrooms; Sharing the Gospel of Christ; Wisdom for Detecting Holiday Fatigue; Demonstrating Integrity as Christian Teachers 16:25

25d ago16:25

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"...for this day is holy unto the Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10b Schools are filled with unexpected and delightful moments of joy. Authentically share the Gospel of Christ with others by embodying joyfulness. Joy flourishes in classrooms when witnessed, celebrated, and nurtured. Embrace the givi…

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Why Becoming Better Involves Vertical Development with Ryan Gottfredson 49:07

25d ago49:07

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Episode Description: We’ve been sold the lie that self-improvement is about doing more, achieving more, and fixing what’s broken. But what if real transformation isn’t about doing better—it’s about being better? In this episode of Mission Driven You, Will sits down with Ryan Gottfredson, author of the powerful new book Becoming Better, to explore w…

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The Resilience Stack: A Field-Tested Framework for Inner Clarity and Leadership 24:12

28d ago24:12

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Episode Description: You don’t need another productivity hack—you need a new operating system. In this solo episode of Mission Driven You, Will introduces The Resilience Stack, a five-layer framework built to help high-pressure leaders move from burnout to clarity, from chaos to confidence. Born out of personal recovery, executive coaching, and ent…

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Prayercast: Connections Among Christians In Schools; God’s Provision For Student Teachers; Sowing Generously Into Students And Colleagues; Deliverance And Healing For Students In Juvenile Detention Centers ... 19:22

1M ago19:22

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“None of you should look out just for your own good. Each of you should also look out for the good of others. As you deal with one another, you should think and act as Jesus did.” -Philippians 2:4-5 (NIRV) Uniting diverse individuals remains a challenge. Educators face this daily. Administrators must harmonize the teaching staff, student body, and …

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Understanding The Cause Of Disruptive Student Behaviors; God's Guidance For New Teachers; God's Peace And Comfort For Teachers; Healing Broken Relationships In Schools 19:21

1M ago19:21

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Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another— and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” Hebrews 10:23-25 (NIV) Amidst busy schedule…

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Leading Yourself First — The Neuroscience of Conscious Leadership with Carlos Davidovich 46:13

1M ago46:13

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Episode Description: In this thought-provoking episode of Mission Driven You, Will sits down with Carlos Davidovich, executive coach and author of Five Brain Leadership, to explore the inner terrain of leadership. Together, they dive deep into how your internal dialogue, personality wiring, and neurological responses shape not only how you lead—but…

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Professional Identity Development in Prelicensure Nursing Students 13:16

1M ago13:16

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In this podcast, Dr. Chelsea Mellett explains the relationships among professional identity, hope, and job satisfaction. Improving nurses’ professional identity can lead to higher job satisfaction and ultimately reduce nurse turnover. Learn about their study on the intersections between career motivation, professional identity formation, and belong…

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Flexible Assessment of Student Learning Using VARK Framework 15:25

1M ago15:25

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Allowing students to select from a variety of assessment strategies gives them an opportunity to create their own learning environment and choose their preferred pathway to academic success. Listen to this podcast to learn how Lisa Brennan used the VARK (visual, auditory, reading/writing/kinesthetic) framework to foster a sense agency to students i…

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Prayercast: Students' Mental Health; Self-Care for Teachers; Reconnect with God's Purpose and Calling 17:30

1M ago17:30

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“At that time Moses was born, and he was no ordinary child. For three months he was cared for by his family. When he was placed outside, Pharaoh’s daughter took him and brought him up as her own son.” Acts 7:19-21 (NIV) Parents entrust their cherished children to schools, expecting love, safety, and nurturing. Similar to Pharaoh's daughter, teacher…

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Prayercast: Lament And Longing; Spiritual Clarity And Selfless Giving; Radical Renewal And Revival In America 20:11

1M ago20:11

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But Jesus called the children to him and said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” Luke 18:16-17 (NIV) In today's education landscape, teachers must create nurturing env…

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Upgrade Your Inner OS: How to Lead with Clarity in a World That Won’t Slow Down 31:45

1M ago31:45

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Episode Description: If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly behind—no matter how organized, capable, or strategic you are—it may not be a time management problem. It may be your internal operating system. In this solo episode of Mission Driven You, Will explores the real reason high-performing professionals feel overwhelmed and burned out—and i…

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Stop Trading Time for Money with Neil Twa 49:15

1M ago49:15

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Episode Description: Success isn’t just about money—it’s about how you design your life. In this episode of Mission Driven You, I sit down with Neil Twa, a veteran entrepreneur and e-commerce expert, to talk about the fork-in-the-road moments that define every business owner’s journey. Neil shares how he went from bankruptcy to building multiple se…

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Males in Nursing: Advancing the Profession 24:15

1M ago24:15

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Nurse Educator is celebrating its 50th year of publishing articles addressing faculty and students' teaching and learning needs. This podcast presents the increasing need for males to select nursing as a profession from the personal perspective of Dr. Harrell Jordan, Dean, School of Nursing, Chamberlain University. Dr. Jordan discusses his experien…

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The Ache That Won’t Go Away — And What It’s Trying to Tell You 30:06

1M ago30:06

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In a world of constant motion and noise, many of us are haunted by a quiet, persistent ache. You’ve done all the right things—climbed the ladder, checked the boxes, and maybe even “won” by cultural standards. So why do you still feel disconnected, emotionally numb, and unsure of what you want? In this solo episode of Mission Driven You, Will dives …

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Entrepreneurship is shifting and the playbook is outdated with Jeffery Kaplan 0:58

2M ago0:58

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Episode Description: What does it really take to build a thriving startup outside of Silicon Valley? In this episode of Mission Driven You, I sit down with Jeffrey Kaplan, the Director of Venture Asheville, to discuss the evolving world of entrepreneurship, the future of startup ecosystems, and the critical skills founders need to succeed. We explo…

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Secondary Traumatic Stress in Nursing Students: An Integrative Review 15:03

2M ago15:03

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Nursing students are at risk for developing secondary traumatic stress (STS) while completing their clinical training. Kristen Oakley synthesized the research on the prevalence, severity, and experience of STS and its associated factors in prelicensure nursing students. Findings from their review of 25 studies revealed a range of STS symptom severi…

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Leveraging AI in a Graduate Nursing Informatics Course 28:50

2M ago28:50

28:50

Dr. Curry Bordelon describes the integration of AI into a graduate nursing informatics course. Students used AI in each of the modules of the course.

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Using AI-Generated Podcasts for Teaching 18:51

2M ago18:51

18:51

Nursing students often have online experiences and various media interests that may influence their learning experience. Digital audio technology, such as podcasts, can be used as an adjunct to traditional teaching strategies to incorporate a variety of learning mediums. Faculty may produce podcasts or use artificial intelligence (AI). In this podc…

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Sustaining Simulation Training 25:25

2M ago25:25

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Guidelines on how to sustain the outcomes of simulation training and evaluate training programs are limited. Dr. Jane Paige describes their study of the impact of a professional development workshop for individuals responsible for developing, sustaining, and evaluating simulation educator training programs. They used a longitudinal exploratory desi…

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Waking Up from the Dream of Separation 31:37

2M ago31:37

31:37

Episode Description: What if the disconnection you feel—from your purpose, your people, and even yourself—isn’t a personal flaw… but a cultural condition? In this solo episode of Mission Driven You, Will unpacks what he calls “The Dream of Separation.” It’s the unspoken belief that we’re fundamentally alone—and it's quietly shaping how we live, lea…

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You Don’t Need a New Job But, You Need Self-Leadership with Elizabeth Lotardo 46:05

2M ago46:05

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Episode Description: What if the biggest changes in your work experience didn’t come from a new job, a better boss, or a different company—but from you? In this episode of Mission Driven You, Elizabeth Lotardo, author of Leading Yourself, shares why self-leadership is the key to finding more joy, meaning, and opportunities at work, no matter the ci…

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You’re Not Just in the Chaos—You Are the Chaos 29:40

2M ago29:40

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Episode Description: What if I told you that the chaos in your life isn’t just happening to you—it’s happening through you? In this episode of Mission Driven You, I dive into the uncomfortable truth that you are the chaos—and the only way to regain control is through radical self-ownership. We explore: Why control is an illusion—and how trying to “…

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What Deliberate Creativity Means for Leaders and Teams With Dr. Amy Climer 47:51

2M ago47:51

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Episode Description: In this episode of Mission Driven You, we speak with Dr. Amy Climer, an expert in team creativity and leadership, and the author of Deliberate Creative Teams: How to Lead for Innovative Results. Amy unpacks the essence of deliberate creativity, offering practical insights into how teams and leaders can foster innovation in an i…

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AI and Admissions to Health Professions Education Programs 21:14

2M ago21:14

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The use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to prepare health professions admissions applications is increasing. These tools can improve writing but raise ethical concerns about application authenticity. Drs. Jill Brennan-Cook and Stephanie Gedzyk-Nieman share the results of their scoping review on the use of AI by applicants applying to nursing …

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Nursing Informatics Specialist in Simulation Lab 18:28

2M ago18:28

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A school of nursing employed a nurse informaticist in its simulation laboratory to address the complexities of technology usage and aid in data analytics. Mr. Eric Hall describes his role as an informaticist in the simulation setting. Eric and Dr. Jo Ellen Holt share benefits and outcomes of this new role in simulation. Read more in their article.…

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Embracing the Growth Mindset: Shifting From Pass or Fail to Pass or Practice 14:00

2M ago14:00

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When nurse educators foster a growth mindset, they help students understand that mindset and attitudes are developed through dedication and practice, rather than fixed traits. One strategy to address this challenge is to modify our language to use words that foster continuous growth. In assessments where students are at the practice level, the term…

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Collaborative Section-Based DNP Project Faculty Workload Model 17:11

2M ago17:11

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Faculty workload models related to DNP projects have not kept pace with increasing enrollment and program expectations. Dr. Sara Hubbell explains a new faculty workload that was developed related to DNP projects to reflect a more equitable and realistic model. The faculty developed the Collaborative Section-Based Faculty Workload Model that resulte…

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Why Embracing Powerlessness is the Key to Self-Ownership 32:40

2M ago32:40

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Episode Description: In a world obsessed with control, what if the real key to self-ownership was powerlessness? In this episode of Mission Driven You, I dive into why letting go of control isn’t weakness—but the ultimate strategy for transformation. We explore: The illusion of control and why it keeps us stuck The difference between powerlessness …

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Hacking the Change Curve With Karrie Sullivan 43:10

2M ago43:10

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Episode Description: In this episode of Mission Driven You, we welcome Karrie Sullivan, an award-winning transformation expert and consultant specializing in AI adoption and cultural transformation. With a career spanning top consulting firms, Fortune 500 companies, and groundbreaking initiatives, Karrie shares her insights on "hacking the change c…

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The Sexy Broccoli Problem 31:33

2M ago31:33

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Episode Description: We all know what we should do to grow, evolve, and improve—whether in our health, careers, or personal development. But in a world obsessed with quick fixes and instant results, why do we continue to chase the short-term dopamine hit instead of doing the work that actually leads to lasting change? In this episode of Mission Dri…

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Breaking Free from Feeling Stuck and Finding Purpose With Chad Cooper 50:24

2M ago50:24

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Episode Description: In this episode of Mission Driven You, I sit down with Chad Cooper, a high-performance coach who has worked with billionaires, Olympians, and financial titans—but not in the way you might think. Despite their external success, many of the people he works with feel stuck, unfulfilled, or disconnected from their true purpose. Cha…

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Choose your Case Study Ending 12:08

2M ago12:08

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Unfolding case studies help students apply their knowledge to real life patient scenarios. Traditional methods of presenting case studies in asynchronous online courses often include using written or video discussion boards, which require waiting for instructor feedback. This podcast with Dr. Michelle Neuman presents an innovative strategy to engag…

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Resilience Equine Assisted Learning with Undergraduate Nursing Students: Program Evaluation 12:35

2M ago12:35

12:35

For many undergraduate nursing students (64%), burnout begins during their educational program. Resilience is a known protective factor to buffer against stress exposure that leads to burnout, but a lack of formal resilience training for undergraduate nursing students persists. Equine-assisted learning interventions promote resilience and decrease …

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Evaluating a High-Fidelity Ethics Simulation with Prelicensure Nursing Students in Their Practice as New Graduates 16:05

2M ago16:05

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Moral distress is a phenomenon with known negative effects for health care professionals, including nurses. Moral distress is thought to occur when an individual knows the morally right thing to do but is unable to do it, based on internal and external constraints. This podcast with Dr. Kathy Forte (and their article) presents a simulation experien…

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#21 Danielle Nova - Transformational Guide, Co-Founder of Flow State & Microdosing Facilitator Training 1:45:26

3M ago1:45:26

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In this episode we’re talking to Danielle Nova about coaching & psychedelics. Danielle Nova is the visionary Co-Founder of Flow State and the Microdosing Facilitator Training, Founder of Psychedelic Recovery, and Executive Director of the San Francisco Psychedelic Society. Danielle is recognized for her expertise in addiction recovery, microdosing,…

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Rewriting Your Inner Script and How Self-Talk Shapes Your Reality 35:39

3M ago35:39

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Episode Description: The most important conversation in your life is the one happening inside your own head. In this episode of Mission Driven You, I explore the power of self-talk, how it shapes your reality, and why rewriting your inner dialogue is the key to lasting change. We dive into: Why self-talk isn’t just commentary—it’s programming that …

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