Leah is a mountaineer who survived a catastrophic fall on Mount Hood with little physical injury but has needed to take a profound journey of emotional and mental healing. We delve into her path from running to mountaineering, her harrowing fall and rescue, and her gradual path to overcoming the trauma. This is a bit of a break from my usual format in that we have a single amazing story to uncover, I hope you enjoy it! She is an amazing person just trying to enjoy life and conquer the challenges that come her way. Check out her blog about the fall to catch up on the story. Key Takeaways: 🏔️🤯 Outdoor pursuits like mountaineering not only challenge the body, but also shape our self-perception and resilience. 🤝💖 Traumatic experiences can highlight the power of community support, reinforcing our trust in human kindness. ⏳🌈 Post-trauma recovery reshapes our perception of daily life, underscoring the need to seek help and embrace grace. Other Links: Crag Rats Pacific Mountain Rescue You Have More To Give, Doug News stories about Leah: OregonLive CBS KOIN Local 00:00 Teaser 00:23 Introduction 01:36 Leah's Story of Falling 07:44 How is she doing now 11:28 Getting into outdoor adventures 15:27 Learning from helping others race 21:14 Shifting from running to climbing 27:51 Talking about the accident 34:36 The Problem with Looking Fine 38:46 The Story the News Missed 44:16 How It Happens 57:37 Get Cozy but Don't Relax 01:06:28 How to Think About the Future 01:10:25 You Have More To Give, Doug 01:14:57 The Amazing Care of the Volunteer Rescuers Don’t forget to like, subscribe, or drop a comment about your favorite insights from my conversation with Leah. Your engagement drives my passion for uncovering the stories that inspire, challenge, and connect us all. Join host Ian McClellan as we uncover the lessons hidden in everyday lives, offering you perspectives that can illuminate your own path. Discover More https://Everyday-Insights.com – Dive deeper into the podcast and become part of our community! Other things I've made: F is for Fan - an activity and learning book for kids who love ceiling fans, windmills, and all spinning objects Ship It - Fast-paced block stacking VR fun in a playful factory setting. Pack a box with colorful shapes, then ship it to earn your wage. https://ThinkOnLabs.com - my house for game development, market insights, marketing strategy, and other creative endeavors

I sat down with the incredibly versatile Meloney Moore, who has had successful jobs in the fashion, spirits, and beauty industry and is now sharing her secrets of success at Savannah College of Art and Design. She leads the relatively new DeSole School of Business Innovation there and is helping shape the future of the beauty business and creative marketing in general. https://www.scad.edu/academics/academic-schools/de-sole-school-business-innovation We delve into Meloney's formative experiences, from growing her worldly perspective at Cornell's Johnson School, to learning to handle global marketing for some of the biggest brands in the world. She also discusses her new found love of Savannah, GA, longstanding support of the Paul Taylor dance company, and one of her favorite student successes, https://www.browngirlhands.com/ Key Takeaways:

• 🎓+💼 A fulfilling career path can be had integrating industry experience with academia, enhancing educational roles with practical insights.
• 🤝 +💡 Modern education, especially in business, benefits from an emphasis on "power skills" such as collaboration and resilience, underlining the need for interactive and applied learning experiences.

• 💄+📱 The beauty industry's evolution is marked by a move towards inclusivity and the integration of technology for personalized products, with a potential growth area identified in men's beauty products.

0:00 Teaser Clip and Introduction 01:36 Some of the best years of our lives 03:32 Cornell Wines class and working in the spirits industry 06:48 Dealing with layoffs and making a path 10:06 Becoming a professor at SCAD 13:38 Loving life and easy travel in Savannah 15:56 Learning about the diversity of the world 19:30 Skin reactions and being a beauty 22:19 Technology in Beauty 24:22 Choosing more natural hair styles 26:55 Trying stylists in foreign countries 31:05 Diversity of thought and the artist mindset 35:33 Brown Girl Hands 36:56 Setting a curriculum for a new school 41:15 How will AI shape Creative Education short and long term? 47:16 Social Media expanding reach in an insular way 50:15 Men's Beauty moment? 54:23 The Joy and Pain of Hitting 40 58:54 Supporting Modern Dance 01:03:21 Creating for the YouTube algorithm 01:06:01 Is it Career Success VS Romance? 01:15:10 Figuring out next steps in life Don’t forget to hit like, subscribe, or drop a comment about your favorite insights from our conversation with Meloney. Your engagement drives our passion for uncovering the stories that inspire, challenge, and connect us all. Join host Ian McClellan as we uncover the lessons hidden in everyday lives, offering you perspectives that can illuminate your own path.

Heartfelt wisdom from my guest Antony Barton, a market insights leader with a long career at tech titans like Intel and Meta. We discuss a wide range of topics including his new small business consulting firm https://www.pmfinsights.com/ , what its like working for a founder-led company vs a mature MNC, how influencing peers is the most important business skill, and his favorite thing he has done while raising his family. Key Takeaways:

1. 🚀 Startup Strategy: Antony talks about coaching clients to find the right business for them.
2. 💼 Tech Titan Insights: Antony shares his observations on the distinctive aspects of working for major tech companies.
3. 🗣️ Influence in Business: A look at how effective peer influence can be a crucial professional skill.
4. 🤖 AI and Education: A conversation about the future role of AI in college education.
5. 🌐 Cultural Differences: Insights into the cultural distinctions between the US and Canada.
6. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family and Education: Antony talks about the challenges and considerations in choosing schools for children.
7. 🏅 The Rewards of Coaching: Antony reflects on the fulfilling experience of coaching and mentoring children, both in sports and life.
8. 🍽️ Culinary Adventures: Antony shares his passion for suburban farming and holiday baking, offering a delightful twist with recipes featuring quince and persimmons.

Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:58 Strategy for Startups 00:05:10 Differences in Tech Titans 00:07:54 Founder-Led Company 00:12:32 Changing the direction of the PC Industry 00:14:32 Importance of engineers knowing the customer 00:17:42 Influencing people is the key business skill 00:20:11 Convincing the CEO the PC wasn't dying 00:28:36 What will AI do to college life? 00:32:40 Culture differences between US and Canada 00:38:25 What do Canadians think of hot-state hockey? 00:41:03 Picking schools for your young kids 00:47:48 Coach your kids 00:51:00 Becoming a personal Coach 00:55:34 Should researchers be topical experts? 00:57:02 Suburban farming 01:01:15 Thyme for the holidays 01:02:01 Baking with Quince and Persimmons 01:03:43 Dealing with family over the holidays Hit like, subscribe, or drop a comment about your favorite part of our conversation. Any of your interaction helps me bring more exciting stories your way! Everyday Insights is a video podcast dedicated to unveiling life lessons through engaging conversations with intriguing individuals. Host Ian McClellan navigates through the myriad experiences of our guests, extracting nuggets of wisdom that are bound to resonate with each listener. Join us as we explore the unknown and celebrate the known, one story at a time. Discover More https://Everyday-Insights.com – Dive deeper into the podcast and become part of our community! Other things I've made: F is for Fan https://amzn.to/3mF6o3R - an activity and learning book for kids who love ceiling fans, windmills, and all spinning objects Ship It https://store.steampowered.com/app/511700/ - Fast-paced block stacking VR fun in a playful factory setting. Pack a box with colorful shapes, then ship it to earn your wage. https://ThinkOnLabs.com - my house for game development, market insights, marketing strategy, and other creative endeavors