HAYVN Hubcast

Technology is evolving faster and faster as more and more solutions and innovations come to the marketplace. Information security, compliance, automation, and integrations are just part of the problems and concerns facing small business owners and entrepreneurs. Knowing what to give your attention to, how to implement, and what to implement can feel overwhelming. HAYVN Hubcast is bringing you a mini-series on "All Things IT: Keeping You Safe, Smart, and Productive." In this first episode, Linda Kuppersmith, President and Chief Technology Advisor at CMIT Solutions, joins Nancy to discuss technology trends affecting you and your business. Trends to Be Aware of: Speed of technology innovation is like never before Wi-Fi use at home is increasing and demands your attention Artificial Intelligence is creating more tailored experiences Virtual reality is more than gaming & movies, it's interactive education Linda's Tech Tips: TIP #1 Check your internet bill yearly and replace outdated Wi-Fi TIP #2 Be strategic about wiring and setting home for technology Check out more for Linda's Tech Tips here. Connect with IT expert Linda Kuppersmith: Website Email Connect with Nancy: NancySheed.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pre-Covid, working from home sounded like a dream come true for some. Post-Covid, many of us have found out that it's not all we dreamed it would be. Navigating constant distractions and needing someone to engage with besides your toddler or dog has become essential. HAYVN founder, Felicia Rubinstein, started the HAYVN community in 2019, anticipating that nearly 30% of the workforce would be working remotely by 2030. The women-centric business community and hybrid workspace she's created is providing so much more than an escape from home. HAYVN Highlights Being Discussed: 3 Pillars of Focus How HAYVN is propelling women-led businesses forward The magic of the HAYVN community Various ways HAYVN is providing support, growth, and community "I'm just trying to create the platform to find the magic, not force it." - Felicia Rubinstein, Havyn Founder The strength and magic behind HAYVN's success and the HAYVN experience for so many women is Felicia's ability to pivot quickly and remain open to the voices of the women in the community. This hybrid workspace has moved beyond the physical space and exists virtually. Women are making connections and supporting one another in ways that Felicia had no way to plan for or expect. From sustainability groups to masterminds and educational programs to advance women entrepreneurs, HAYVN is evidence of what is possible when you set the table and allow the incredible to join you. Check out the two episodes mentioned featuring Galia Gichon and Heather Terry. Connect with Felicia Rubinstein: Website Instagram Email: hello@havyn.com Connect with Nancy: NancySheed.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Starting a business can be a dream come true that turns into an overwhelming situation quickly. You may have started your business thinking about your product or services, marketing, sales, social media strategies, accounting, and business coaches, but what is the one thing you left out and needed just as much, if not more? Legal guidance from an attorney. Alexis Brooks is an attorney specializing in women-owned small businesses. She provides legal advice and support that keeps businesses thriving. In this episode you will learn the critical infrastructure and organization that business attorneys like Alexis brings to the table. From registering your business to protecting your business, and resolving issues with current, former, or prospective employees, business attorneys play a vital role in expanding, protecting, and handling your business. Key topics unpacked: Establishing legal practices that protect the business Post-COVID reality for small businesses surviving Newer hiring practices "Employers need to be up on what is happening from a legislative standpoint" -Alexis Brooks Alexis also shares how her journey led to the experience and exposure she needed to eventually found Brooks Law PLLC. An incredible fact about Alexis is that she graduated from law school with a 10 day old newborn. She's pursued practicing law and finds satisfaction in being part of Havyn's amazing business community. Sharing her legal knowledge with others is how Alexis continues to grow and impact women-owned businesses. Connect with Alexis Brooks: Website LinkedIn Email: ACB@brooks-lawpllc.com Connect with Nancy: NancySheed.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How many times in your career have you felt your levels of motivation waning off after days and weeks of not connecting to your work and its meaningfulness? Feeling burned out from years of climbing the corporate ladder takes a toll on many of us. Eileen Springer, is the founder of Central Park Executive Coaching. She decided to make a major pivot in her own career in the course of one day while attending a certification and executive coaching program at Columbia University. Eileen provides executive coaching formulated from years of experience with the HR advisory board specializing in leadership development. Key topics discussed: How a sudden pivot leads to running her own business and consulting Effects of a post-pandemic introspection How the Great Resignation has impacted employers Questions to yourself if you're considering giving your notice Eileen's experience networking and building relationships in Havyn If you decide to make a career change, Eileen shares wisdom backed by experience on ways to better transition and show up in the next phase of your career. "It's very important to prepare for the first few months of a job and to be deliberate about how you're going to be planful in settling in into a new role." -Eileen Springer Connect with Eileen Springer: Website Instagram Email: Eileen@CentralParkExecutivecoaching.com Connect with Nancy: NancySheed.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Nancy is talking with Dr. Katherine Saunders. She is an obesity medicine physician at Weill Cornell Medicine. She specializes in the care of patients with obesity and weight-related medical complications. Dr. Saunders is also a co-founder of Intellihealth, a healthcare technology company whose mission is to scale and democratize access to effective obesity treatment. Her husband brings his tech and entrepreneurial experience to the team. Katherine shares the large gap between healthcare professionals and those who need the specialized support. While the numbers are staggering, she is optimistic. The conversation around obesity is changing from "eat less, move more" and that shift is creating more opportunities for new solutions. Find out why they use a two-pronged approach. They are working with patients and are also dedicated to educating and supporting practitioners who want to have other options for those they treat. Like all of us, COVID required changing how Katherine worked with her patients. Using online consultations is now widely accepted and it means she can help even more people. Katherine outlines first steps that people can take if weight loss is part of their health goals. It's not (just) about food. They start with a comprehensive analysis that includes health, diet, medications, lifestyle and other concerns. It's important to know it's never just one thing. As a busy mom, Katherine is splitting her time with family, treating patients and working in the company. She also shares how winning HAYVN Hatch opened up many opportunities. As she explains "there's such a need among women to have a support system" and that's what she's found with her women peers. What's next? Direct to consumer support is part of the future at Intellihealth. That will allow Katherine and her team to help people who don't have access to care in their local community. Connect with Katherine: https://www.intellihealth.co/ https://www.evolveme.health/ Connect with Nancy: Website Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you ready for a brand new life rhythm? Today's guest Kristen Rzasa brings a unique approach to entrepreneurship. She's a life and business strategist and helps her clients find balance that leads to greater success. Kristen's brings her corporate and entrepreneurial experience to everything she does. Her corporate job was with Daimler Chrysler and she had a side hustle too. When she found herself outside of corporate, she went into fulltime entrepreneurship. After years of being driven, and successful she realized she was burned out and in danger of breaking down. Kristen made another big shift. That's where conversations about life rhythm began. She explains the 4 components that help her understand her client's priorities. It's eye-opening to hear how she can discover where things are out of alignment. You'll love the example Nancy shares. What if we said, "it's not a priority" instead of "I don't have time?" What would change for you? It's time to create a new rhythm in our lives. That begins with living our values. Reprioritizing what really matters to us is the first step Kristen takes with her clients. What are you waiting for? Today is the day. No more waiting until. Kristen shares how HAYVN has brought a sense of community that she realized she was missing. Collaboration and the opportunity to receive and give back is also fulfilling. Connect with Kristen: Website – Get her Rhythm Reset Guide Instagram Connect with Nancy: Website Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HAYVN Hubcast co-host Nancy Sheed is talking with Soledad Matteozzi the founder of Thinking Beyond Business, a company that helps businesses improve their environmental footprint. Soledad's journey has taken her across the world. She grew up in Patagonia. That's where her love for the outdoors was nurtured. She then began her career in NYC, drawn to the city by the energy and reputation for success. As an attorney she worked with US based and international companies providing legal guidance and strategies for growth including mergers and acquisitions. But there was always something missing. Once she became a mom, having 2 babies in 12 months, she knew that the time commitments of her current job were not going to fit her changed lifestyle. In perfect timing, her husband was offered a job in Stockholm and the family moved. Soledad explains how the lifestyle there was much more manageable. It's also where she began to learn more about sustainability. Then moving to China was a wake-up call. She saw firsthand the pollution in Beijing and realized that environmental issues where a "now" problem. She went back to school studying Environmental Social Governance. Once back in the US, she knew that private industry must be a part of the solution to climate and environmental concerns. She realized companies who want to help and are committed to acting didn't know where to start. Soledad met her business partner at HAYVN (of course!) Silvina Skverer and started the company to help save the world. Most companies they work with now:  Have concerns about climate change  Are forward thinking about how they can impact their community  Want to empower their employees and find new ways to keep them engaged  Are committed to making an impact beyond making money Soledad outlines how they begin with an assessment. Each company has their own version of best practices, and they want to help them understand where they are and bring on that. They also identify opportunities and risks so there are steps for short-term and long-term gains. From there they create an action plan. That includes actions as well as how to measure and evaluate. They meet each client where they are and help them develop the path forward. She explains that there is a misconception that this work will be costly. She wants everyone know that this is good business. It's being part of the solution which will ultimately help in business success too. Simple places for any company to start:  Recycle if you are not already  Cease using plastic plates, bottles, and cups  Reduce printing  Motivate everyone to recycle by sharing results with your team HAYVN has been a valuable resource for Soledad and her business. They work with other members for legal and marketing support. They know that collaboration helps everyone so they think "HAYVN first" when they are looking for other resources. "Everybody can do something if you have the will to do it." Resources:Get Tips to Green Your Business Here Website Soledad on LinkedIn Conscious Leader Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Shea Phinney & Jeff Cohen got married in 2018 they discovered the inspiration for the current business while on their honeymoon. The husband and wife business team join Nancy Sheed and share how their business, E-Bration may be the answer you've been waiting for, just in time for the holiday season. And they also give us a sneak peek to their business journey. What Shea and Jeff did was what any good business would do. They set out to find a solution to a problem that wasn't being solved--how to handle all of the moving parts of life's memorable moments. Think about it. If you take your age and multiply it by the number of birthdays, holidays, life events, and festivals you attend over a lifetime, the number is truly overwhelming. Now, think about all the cards you receive and the photos you take. Here are just a few of the solutions E-Bration is bringing to our overly cluttered and disorganized lives (and reasons to check them out): Card fatigue (too many paper cards) Declutters show boxes and storage bins from the garage. Create a digital card platform your family can enjoy years from now. They built a product and tested it with beta groups 10 months before officially launching their company. 3 Startup Lessons to Remember: Feedback! Feedback ! Feedback! Look for opportunities to partner with adjacent businesses Connections matter, let people know what you're up to. My biggest piece of advice is just getting feedback from as many people as possible, getting connected with people in your industry, and startup advisors. - Jeff Cohen Connect with Shea and Jeff: Website Instagram Connect with Nancy: NancySheed.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you're a parent, one of the most challenging things you can face is mental health issues affecting your child. It's difficult to imagine and tougher to discuss when you are in the middle of dealing with the consequences of your son or daughter going through a crisis especially when mental health issues have been left undiagnosed. Wendy Ward is a loving mother and passionate advocate who went through exactly this. Turning to her problem-solving nature, she dove headfirst into research that opened her eyes to whole new world of problems needing solutions regarding children's mental health. Did you know? Suicide is the second leading cause of death [for] children aged 10-24 FuturesThrive is the company Wendy founded. Her journey began with the mission to uncover why mental health in kids was not being diagnosed. She focused on better mental health screening and partnering with parents and medical professionals to upgrade a standard that has been unchanged for too long. 1 in 5 kids suffer from a diagnosable mental health condition In this episode, Wendy shares both about her mission to improve mental health screenings and how her mission has evolved to a full-on tech business recognized by the State of Connecticut making an impact. Two key ideas Wendy discusses that have been helpful in growing and shaping FuturesThrive: Building a team of people that support the vision and motivate you Focusing on the minimally viable product (MVP) that accomplishes the next best goal. The way Wendy's journey has taken shape over time is truly inspiring. "FuturesThrive is really truly creating the tools that can identify and track pediatric mental health easily, early, and often." FuturesThrive has such a powerful message and honorable mission "to start early intervention and prevention the way we do for every other health measure." If you have a child between 9 and 14 years of age, you can be part of the research to move FuturesThrive forward by sitting with your child while they take this survey. Connect with Wendy Ward: Website Twitter LinkedIn Connect with Nancy Sheed: Website Twitter LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being a more effective leader may be one of the most coveted skills in business. Whether you are an entrepreneur, solopreneur or executive, being effective in your role managing teams is critical. Carrie Skowronski is a Business Consultant, Gallup-certified Strengths Coach, Dare to Lead™️ Facilitator, and the founder of Leadology. As a member of the Havyn community, she's made her way here from New York City and has been finding ways to creatively thrive as an entrepreneur through Covid. 3 Key Points Carrie Touches On: How and why she helps new managers become more proficient as leaders How she helps managers become influential communicators How to assess your top five strengths and navigate your way around your bottom five "When you want to learn how to give feedback or delegate, or talk about change, or receive feedback, all of those skills are communication, and when we can do that more effectively, we can help our teams" Though Carrie specializes in working with new managers, her advice and outlook on the importance of communication is almost universal. Being able to communicate effectively, get feedback, and really galvanize your team regardless of your role or the size of your team is a critical skill worth developing. Carrie is also certified in the Brene Brown Dare to Lead Journey and she shares the value she's experienced in taking the Top 5 Clifton Strengths assessment to learn the top 5 strengths of herself and the people she helps. In the end, the goal of being a better communicator is being able to inspire and influence your team to action that moves the business forward. Connect with Carrie: Website Instagram Activate, 8 Week Effective Leader Accelerator Course Connect with Nancy: NancySheed.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices