In this episode of Off Script, host Josh Fisher engages in a heartfelt conversation with Sara Schaefer, also known as Sass. They explore Sass's journey from a successful career in medical care to creating frameworks that promote positivity and resilience in leadership. Sass shares her personal struggles with anxiety, burnout, and the transformative experiences that led her to embrace her true self. The discussion delves into the importance of connection, community, and the innovative concept of 'Team Positive,' which aims to foster positivity through engaging activities and events. The episode concludes with a powerful journaling prompt that encourages listeners to reflect on their own truths and the barriers they face in living authentically.

Takeaways

• Resilience is built through personal struggles and transformation.
• Positivity is not just a mindset; it's a practice involving movement, connection, and expression.
• The importance of community and connection in fostering positivity.
• Embracing one's true self can lead to greater fulfillment and happiness.
• Children can teach us about self-acceptance and confidence.
• Creating engaging and fun environments can enhance personal development.
• The journey of self-discovery often involves letting go of control.
• Practicing gratitude and appreciation can shift one's perspective.
• Vulnerability in sharing personal stories can inspire others.
• Building a supportive community can help individuals navigate life's challenges.

Connect with Sass and Team Positive:

• Website: practiceyourpositive.com
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarasassschaeffer/
• The GAME: https://practiceyourpositive.com/the-game/

Don’t forget to grab your copy of The Off Script Journal! It’s the perfect way to support the podcast while giving yourself a clean, dedicated space to capture your reflections on each episode’s journal question.

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In this episode of Off Script, Josh Fisher sits down with Mike Loyd—Marine veteran, entrepreneur, and founder of Dope Coffee—to explore the journey behind one of the most provocative brands in the coffee industry.

From his roots in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to the discipline forged in the Marine Corps, Mike shares how resilience, cultural identity, and authentic leadership shaped his path. Together, Josh and Mike dive into the deeper mission of Dope Coffee: creating community, sparking dialogue, and using hip-hop culture as a bridge for connection and social change.

This conversation unpacks the bold branding, the realities of the coffee industry, and the importance of equity, teamwork, and self-belief in building something that lasts. Mike also reflects on finding joy in the grind, aligning your moral compass with your actions, and why success is about more than the end goal—it’s about the journey.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mike Loyd: A Journey of Passion and Resilience

02:41 The Roots of Mike Loyd: Growing Up in Winston Salem

05:44 Defining Off Script: Challenging Conventional Narratives

08:45 Navigating Relationships: From Tension to Understanding

11:24 The Impact of Environment: Challenges of Being a Black Man

17:27 Self-Perception and Validation: Lessons from Life Experiences

27:21 The Impact of Consumerism on Debt

29:56 The Unique Intersection of Coffee and Hip Hop

32:12 Identifying Gaps in the Coffee Industry

36:53 Dope Coffee: A Catalyst for Conversation

37:46 The Meaning Behind 'Dope' in Dope Coffee

48:39 Expanding Horizons: The Future of Dope Coffee

52:28 The Power of Teamwork and Family in Business

54:20 Sharing Success: The Importance of Equity in Entrepreneurship

57:18 Building a Community: The Key to Entrepreneurial Growth

58:55 Confidence and Self-Belief: The Foundation of Success

01:01:04 Navigating Challenges: The Entrepreneurial Journey

01:08:07 Finding Joy in the Journey: The Importance of Positivity

01:10:51 Reflecting on Morals: Aligning Actions with Values

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In this episode of Off Script with Josh Fisher, Josh sits down with Colette Revere, founder of Open 360, to reshape one of the most dreaded workplace rituals: the performance review. Together, they explore how traditional reviews often fail to build trust, clarity, and motivation—and how feedback can become a lifeline instead of a weapon.

Drawing on her experience as a therapist and organizational consultant, Colette reveals why communication is the cornerstone of effective leadership and healthy teams. She shares how Open 360’s psychology-backed, human-centered feedback method moves beyond the outdated “once a year, anonymous, and one-sided” models to a living, breathing process based on radical transparency, real-time conversations, and ongoing relationship-building.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in toxic feedback loops or wondered how to create a culture of real connection and growth, this episode will give you powerful insights and practical tools to change the game.

• Traditional performance reviews often damage trust and motivation
• Anonymous feedback can make conversations ineffective and demoralizing
• Real feedback is consent-based, ongoing, and future focused
• Communication gaps are the root cause of many workplace problems
• Radical transparency builds healthier teams and better leadership
• Feedback is a lifeline, not a weapon: it needs care, conversation, and follow-up

• Open360: Psychology-backed workplace feedback platform
• Off Script Journal – Companion reflective journal

1:11 Intro to Colette & Open 360 4:47 Therapy Background 7:52 Traditional Leadership Feedback 15:21 Healing at Work 24:01 Authenticity & Personalities 34:14 Feminine Leadership Qualities 47:43 Emotional Intelligence in Leadership 58:26 What Makes Open 360 Different 1:21:38 Closing Reflections

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