Episodes

  • Teaching Accent Confidence: Creating an Impactful Course (Donna Durbin)

    Teaching Accent Confidence: Creating an Impactful Course (Donna Durbin)
    Mar 3 2025
    Hear the intriguing journey of Donna Durbin, a pronunciation expert who transitioned from art to online teaching. Discover how she combines innovation and connection, offering tailored courses and global corporate support. She also emphasizes the importance of visibility and being bold in marketing.Donna Durbin is an artist and a Clear English Pronunciation Coach.In this episode, Ari, Abe, and Donna discuss:Donna’s journey from being an artist to developing online coursesThe importance of entrepreneurship and self-promotion in establishing a successful businessThe challenges and strategies in transitioning from in-person to online teachingHer focus on pronunciation and accent reduction for non-native English speakersThe evolution of her teaching method to include a combination of videos, online lessons, and live coachingThe role of digital tools and platforms like Zoom and YouTube in expanding her reachInsights into marketing strategies for growing an online course businessThe significance of embracing new technology and continuous learningHer target audience which consists of professionals seeking to advance their communication skillsThe importance of being visible and proactive in promoting her services“It’s not selling, it’s celebrating. You’ve got to celebrate what you do and share it with people or they don’t know.” — Donna DurbinGuest Bio:Donna Durbin started her entrepreneurial lifestyle at age 25 when she bought her first house in Houston, Texas. This turned into a nine-year creative project of hands-on design, construction, and remodeling. With a “can-do” spirit, Donna learned to refinish floors, lay tile, construct lattice fencing, install A/C ductwork, install a roof, plus float and tape sheetrock. Through that, she built the home of her dreams, complete with a second-story art studio space, swimming pool, and deck — while being married and raising two sons.She launched her first hybrid online course, “The ABCs of an American Accent,” on Ruzuku in 2019. It combines self-study video lessons, feedback, and live coaching in a highly personalized program to transform voices and transform lives. Donna continues to create online pronunciation courses and facilitate live coaching groups and private coaching on Ruzuku.Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:MiraseeRuzukuDonna’s website: ClearEnglishCoach.comSpecial offer for podcast listeners: Free 1st Monday Accent Reduction CoachingDonna’s YouTube channel: @ClearEnglishCoachCredits:Hosts: Ari Iny and Abe CrystalProducer: Michi LantzAssembled by: Fatima FojasExecutive Producer: Danny InyAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioTo catch the great episodes that are coming up on Course Lab, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Music credits:Track Title: Bossa BBArtist Name: MarieWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist Name: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: GraceArtist Name: ShimmerWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSTrack Title: Carousel LightsArtist Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.Episode transcript: Empowering Voices Globally with an Online Pronunciation Course (Donna Durbin).
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    29 mins
  • Sacred Strategy: Even Intuition Needs a Spreadsheet (Patricia Peters)

    Sacred Strategy: Even Intuition Needs a Spreadsheet (Patricia Peters)
    Feb 17 2025
    From athlete to empowering modern shaman, Patricia Peters unveils her strategies for creators to foster online course success. She emphasizes a blend of spirituality and neuroscience, the impact of genuine client connections, and the importance of clear vision and self-honesty in entrepreneurship.Patricia Peters is a Leadership Alchemist for visionary women, former world-class athlete, and founder of Women Unlimited International.In this episode, Ari, Abe, and Patricia discuss:The importance of having a long-term vision for course creatorsPatricia’s transition from running a high-end gym to guiding women entrepreneurs in personal development and spiritualityHow her programs blend ancient wisdom and neuroscience for women's empowermentChallenges in reaching high-achieving women and marketing strategies like networking, JVs, and referrals are coveredPatricia emphasizes honesty and intuition in determining if a client is a good fitThe significance of understanding numbers and profitability is discussedCo-creating courses with clients through pop-up workshopsPatricia shares her approach to creating a safe space for clients to open up“You need to be crystal clear on what you provide, on your core values, on your red flags.” — Patricia PetersGuest Bio:Patricia Peters is a Leadership Alchemist for visionary women, former world-class athlete, and founder of Women Unlimited International. She is also a board-certified holistic psychotherapy practitioner in her home country and a Modern Shaman.Her ancestors are Huguenots, Scandinavians, and even some Vikings in her maternal lineage. Hence her passion for women's inner liberation, empowerment, and self-actualization.Since 1989, Patricia has guided more than 2,000 high-achieving visionary women to freedom and fulfillment beyond the material without sacrificing their success. Her method is rooted in ancient wisdom, is science backed, and helps women to rise above limitations and conditionings that reside in the individual and collective non-consciousness, having been imposed on women over millennia. She empowers women to follow their higher calling while enjoying meaningful abundance on all levels of being. When she’s not working you can most likely find her in the gym, in nature, studying, or enjoying life with loved ones.Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:MiraseeRuzukuPatricia’s website: WomenUnlimited.inCredits:Hosts: Ari Iny and Abe CrystalProducer: Michi LantzEditor: Michi LantzExecutive Producer: Danny InyAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioTo catch the great episodes that are coming up on Course Lab, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Music credits:Track Title: Bossa BBArtist Name: MarieWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist Name: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: GraceArtist Name: ShimmerWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSTrack Title: Carousel LightsArtist Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.Episode transcript: Sacred Strategy: Even Intuition Needs a Spreadsheet (Patricia Peters) coming soon.
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    26 mins
  • Speaking Up: Confidence and Communication for Course Creators (Penny van den Berg)

    Speaking Up: Confidence and Communication for Course Creators (Penny van den Berg)
    Feb 3 2025
    A military veteran with 25 years of service, Penny van den Berg shares her journey to founding her courses and coaching business called Gottaminute, which focuses on empowering introverts. Key themes discussed include overcoming self-doubt, course iteration, and the importance of reflection.Penny van den Berg is a military veteran, experienced trainer, coach, and founder of Gottaminute.In this episode, Ari, Abe, and Penny discuss:The value of integrating a coaching perspective into course designPenny’s background and journey into course creationThe structure and focus of Penny’s course for introvertsHow Penny incorporates her coaching mindset into her coursesThe importance of practicing communication skills in safe environmentsPenny’s experience and approach to teaching assertive communicationThe concept of soft skills and their continuous practiceMethods for ensuring that course participants achieve behavior changeThe iterative process of course development based on feedback and new findingsChallenges related to teaching and applying soft skills“If we’re basing our behaviors on acquired values more than our core values, there’s going to be a misalignment.” — Penny van den BergGuest Bio:Penny van den Berg is a military veteran having served in various roles over her 25 years in uniform. Her final ten years of service left an indelible mark and were the impetus to continue her educational pursuit in coaching. She had the opportunity and privilege to be a Conflict Management Coach for both military members and Department of National Defence employees, and it was this experience that solidified her focus on coaching after military retirement. She experienced the profound positive impact coaching provided with feedback such as "transformative" and "the skills I’ve learned have even helped my marriage".Penny is an experienced trainer and coach with a Bachelor's degree in psychology and has specialized training in mediation, conflict management, conflict dynamic, and life coaching. She founded Gottaminute in 2023 and provides coaching and education services. Penny has worked separately with individuals in Europe and North America providing coaching services and product development.Her vision is for introverts to have a deeper connection with themselves and others through conversation. And with this deeper self-connection, they can experience an increase in confidence to make their presence, voice, and ideas heard and understood.Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:MiraseeRuzukuPenny’s website: GottaMinute.caFree downloadable resource for podcast listeners: Confident Conversations Success PathCredits:Hosts: Ari Iny and Abe CrystalProducer: Michi LantzEditor: Michi LantzExecutive Producer: Danny InyAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioTo catch the great episodes that are coming up on Course Lab, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Music credits:Track Title: Bossa BBArtist Name: MarieWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist Name: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: GraceArtist Name: ShimmerWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSTrack Title: Carousel LightsArtist Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.Episode transcript: Speaking Up: Confidence and Communication for Course Creators (Penny van den Berg) coming soon.
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    21 mins
  • Star Power: Building Confidence On and Off Camera (Bethany Yamawaki)

    Star Power: Building Confidence On and Off Camera (Bethany Yamawaki)
    Jan 20 2025
    From reality TV casting to coaching in her program, “Star of your Own Story,” Bethany Yamawaki shares her career journey. She discusses her star framework, blending self-discovery with confidence-building tools, and her pivot to group coaching — all while offering key insights for course creators.Bethany Yamawaki is a Certified Relationship Coach and a Senior Casting Producer.In this episode, Ari, Abe, and Bethany discuss:Bethany’s background and career journey transitioning from casting producer to relationship coach and creating online coursesOverview of her program, “Star of Your Own Story,” focused on self-discovery tools, techniques, confidence-building, and action steps mixed with resonanceUnderstanding the challenges people face when enrolling and completing transformational programsCombining her work in casting with coaching techniques to help clients shine and connectWorking with different groups like coaches, creatives, and reality show aspirantsImportance of practicing on-camera confidence through daily recordings and affirmationsConsiderations for marketing a program with less concrete outcomesNeed for a hybrid online and community-based approach for effective support and feedbackBlending Bethany's reality TV experience with broader life and business coaching lessons“I think a lot of people want to do this, but they don’t know how. So I don’t just say, ‘Fix your mindset.’ You need to break that down for people and give them specific tools, specific techniques.” — Bethany YamawakiGuest Bio:Bethany Yamawaki combines TV casting with relationship coaching, and brings more than two decades of experience and insight into transforming lives with confidence and clarity. With a Bachelor's degree in Drama and Theatre Arts from Northwestern University, as well as certifications from the Life Coach Institute of Orange County and the prestigious Relationship Coaching Institute, Bethany has successfully merged her passion for unscripted casting with a profound commitment to helping others.As a seasoned Casting Producer, Bethany has been integral to the success of major reality shows, including The Bachelor, Big Brother Canada, The Amazing Race, and Love Island. Her ability to identify and nurture talent has seen her interview more than 10,000 individuals, providing a unique lens on human relationships and the patterns that shape them.In her "Star of Your Own Story" program, Bethany casts women into roles featuring on & off camera confidence and empowerment, guiding them to reclaim their narratives and magnetize opportunities. Her mission extends beyond confidence coaching; she facilitates life-altering transformations for those navigating transitions, from breakup recovery to rebuilding relationships with self and others.Through one-on-one coaching and specialized group programs, Bethany offers a supportive space for individuals to use their authentic voice, find their power, and achieve life and business goals. Her teachings blend action with strategy, empowering clients to move forward creatively and courageously.Bethany's personal journey — rooted in a biracial upbringing and enriched by a multicultural family life — fuels her advocacy for diversity and inclusion. Her coaching focuses on empowering underrepresented groups and those in interracial/intercultural relationships, drawing from her extensive experience in both personal and professional realms. She enjoys family life with her husband of 20+ years and their teenage daughter, a sophomore at USC. In her free time, she indulges in continued learning, live music & theatre, travel, and pilates, which all contribute to her grounded approach to life and coaching.Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:MiraseeRuzukuBethany’s Website: StarofYourOwnStory.comBethany’s Instagram page: @starofyourownstoryCredits:Hosts: Ari Iny and Abe CrystalProducer and Editor: Michi LantzEditor: Michi LantzExecutive Producer: Danny InyAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioTo catch the great episodes that are coming up on Course Lab, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Music credits:Track Title: Bossa BBArtist Name: MarieWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist Name: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: GraceArtist Name: ShimmerWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSTrack Title: Carousel LightsArtist Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with ...
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    21 mins
  • The Collaborative Sale: Building Trust (Carole Mahoney)

    The Collaborative Sale: Building Trust (Carole Mahoney)
    Jan 6 2025

    Carole Mahoney redefines sales as a collaborative process rooted in mutual trust. She reveals how aligning personal goals drives behavior change in courses and shares actionable insights on blending marketing with sales. Discover innovative strategies to forge genuine, lasting buyer relationships.

    Carole Mahoney is a coach, sales influencer, and the founder of Unbound Growth.

    In this episode, Ari, Abe, and Carole discuss:

    • Rethinking sales as a collaborative process built on trust
    • Shifting mindsets to align sales conversations with buyer needs
    • Using cognitive-behavioral techniques to overcome sales fear and resistance
    • Aligning marketing and sales messaging for buyer-focused communication
    • Creating courses that prioritize the learner’s goals and behavior change
    • Leveraging referrals and personal networks to build trust and grow sales


    “Selling is [...] a collaboration. If you look at the definition of sales, it’s the exchange of value, meaning it’s not just a one-way street.” — Carole Mahoney

    Guest Bio:

    Carole Mahoney has been called the “Sales Therapist” by a Harvard Business School professor where she coaches for the Entrepreneurial MBA program. The president of the AA-ISP Boston Chapter, Mahoney has been named a top sales influencer by LinkedIn. As the founder of Unbound Growth, Mahoney collects data from 2.2 million sales professionals to coach others on what makes a great seller. Mahoney holds a BA in Marketing and Business Management from Franklin Pierce University and lives in Maine.


    Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:

    Mirasee
    Ruzuku
    Carole’s website: CaroleMahoney.com
    Carole’s courses website: Unbound Growth

    Credits:

    Hosts: Ari Iny and Abe Crystal
    Producer: Michi Lantz
    Editor: Michi Lantz
    Executive Producer: Danny Iny
    Audio Editor: Marvin del Rosario
    Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely
    Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio

    To catch the great episodes that are coming up on Course Lab, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.

    Music credits:

    Track Title: Bossa BB
    Artist Name: Marie
    Writer Name: Chelsea McGough
    Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: Coo Coos
    Artist Name: Dresden, The Flamingo
    Writer Name: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: Grace
    Artist Name: Shimmer
    Writer Name: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS

    Track Title: Carousel Lights
    Artist Name: Chelsea McGough
    Writer Name: Chelsea McGough
    Writer Name: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION
    Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS

    Special effects credits:

    24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.

    Episode transcript: The Collaborative Sale: Building Trust (Carole Mahoney) coming soon.
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    30 mins
  • Team’s Pick: Revenge of the Nerd (Steve Kamb)

    Team’s Pick: Revenge of the Nerd (Steve Kamb)
    Dec 23 2024

    The Mirasee FM podcast team chooses their favorite episode of 2024 to close out the year. In this pick, Steve Kamb shares how — from humble and geeky beginnings — he built Nerd Fitness into an online empire of learning for tens of thousands of students. His insights include the importance of community, having accountability, and avoiding the trap of perfection.

    Steve Kamb founded NerdFitness.com in 2009 to help average folks, nerds, and misfits level up their lives.

    In this episode, Danny, Abe, and Steve discuss:

    • How Nerd Fitness started and evolved to become hugely popular
    • The integration of the site’s content and courses
    • Shifting from online courses to building a larger community
    • The challenges of implementing accountability
    • Not waiting for perfection before you launch your course
    “I'm just a huge dork who happens to love helping people not make all the mistakes I did.” — Steve Kamb

    Steve Kamb is the nerd who founded NerdFitness.com in 2009 to help average folks, nerds, and misfits level up their lives. He started the site to help people NOT make the same mistakes he made when he started his own journey.

    Since then, he has bootstrapped Nerd Fitness and transformed it from a one-man blog into a passionate "rebellion" of 5 million annual visitors, 150,000 dedicated subscribers, and a full-time team of 25 humans. The site is best known for Nerd Fitness Coaching, its online program that has coached more than 10,000 one-on-one clients over the past five years. The site also boasts the most supportive and welcoming online community in the known universe.

    Steve is also the author of Level Up Your Life, a book about turning life into a video game to reach your goals, and he has guest lectured at Google, Facebook, and Vanderbilt University. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee.

    Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:

    Mirasee
    Ruzuku
    Steve’s website: NerdFitness.com
    Steve’s Instagram: Instagram.com/stevekamb
    Steve’s Twitter (X): Twitter.com/stevekamb

    Credits:

    Hosts: Ari Iny and Abe Crystal
    Producer: Cynthia Lamb
    Assembled by: Fatima Fojas
    Executive Producer: Danny Iny
    Audio Editor: Marvin del Rosario
    Audio Post Production: Post Office Sound
    Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely
    Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio

    To catch the great episodes that are coming up on Course Lab, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.

    Music credits:

    Track Title: Bossa BB
    Artist Name: Marie
    Writer Name: Chelsea McGough
    Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: Coo Coos
    Artist Name: Dresden, The Flamingo
    Writer Name: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: Grace
    Artist Name: Shimmer
    Writer Name: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS

    Track Title: Carousel Lights
    Artist Name: Chelsea McGough
    Writer Name: Chelsea McGough
    Writer Name: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION
    Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS

    Special effects credits:

    24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.

    Episode transcript: Revenge of the Nerd (Steve Kamb)
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    31 mins
  • The Transformadox Method: Simplifying Business Growth (Leslie Sim)

    The Transformadox Method: Simplifying Business Growth (Leslie Sim)
    Dec 9 2024

    Discover the importance of finding passion and purpose in aiding small-medium businesses with cost-effective strategies. Leslie Sim introduces “crisortunity” (crisis opportunity) and emphasizes aligning activities with core competencies, the benefits of partnerships, and diverse revenue streams.

    Leslie Sim is a visionary executive, coach, and co-creator of the Transformadox Methodology.

    In this episode, Ari, Abe, and Leslie discuss:

    • Finding purpose and passion for business owners
    • Listening to target audience needs
    • “Crisortunity”: turning crises into opportunities
    • Deciding between being a specialist or generalist
    • Aligning business activities with core competencies
    • Building partnerships with referral partners
    • Free discovery and coaching calls
    • Certification programs for business expansion
    • Adapting programs for certification and licensing
    • Exploring pilot programs and expansion strategies
    “We have a term inside our methodology. We call it a ‘crisortunity’. A ‘crisortunity’ is taking a crisis and flipping it into an opportunity.” — Leslie Sim

    Guest Bio:

    Leslie Sim is a visionary executive and co-creator of the Transformadox Methodology, whose career has been devoted to helping individuals and organizations unlock growth and achieve transformative results. With expertise in personal development and business transformation, she offers a range of services, including business and IT consulting, customized training, and leadership coaching. Leslie's approach empowers organizations through operational efficiencies, strategic planning, and innovation while fostering high-performing teams through servant leadership and systems thinking.

    For individuals, Leslie provides personalized coaching and peer masterclass development courses, focusing on productivity, leadership, and personal growth. Her flagship Transformadox program combines assessment, strategic planning, and practical training to drive measurable results. Over the years, Leslie has interacted with and been mentored by thought leaders such as Bill Gates, Deepak Chopra, and Jean Houston, while her experience advising public and private sector leaders speaks to her forward-thinking approach that challenges the status quo and emphasizes efficiency and client experience​.

    Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:

    Mirasee
    Ruzuku
    Leslie’s website: Out of the Box CIO

    Credits:

    Hosts: Ari Iny and Abe Crystal
    Producer and editor: Michi Lantz
    Executive Producer: Danny Iny
    Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely
    Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio

    To catch the great episodes that are coming up on Course Lab, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.

    Music credits:

    Track Title: Bossa BB
    Artist Name: Marie
    Writer Name: Chelsea McGough
    Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: Coo Coos
    Artist Name: Dresden, The Flamingo
    Writer Name: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: Grace
    Artist Name: Shimmer
    Writer Name: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS

    Track Title: Carousel Lights
    Artist Name: Chelsea McGough
    Writer Name: Chelsea McGough
    Writer Name: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION
    Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS

    Special effects credits:

    24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.

    Episode transcript: Transformadox Method: Simplifying Business Growth (Leslie Sim) coming soon.
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    30 mins
  • Revolutionizing Online Learning: Crafting Impactful Courses (Quinn Simpson)

    Revolutionizing Online Learning: Crafting Impactful Courses (Quinn Simpson)
    Nov 25 2024
    Explore transforming education through coaching with Quinn Simpson. Sharing her journey in pioneering online courses at scale, Quinn offers insights on learner-centered design, the importance of emotional connection, and the balance between personal growth and professional development.Quinn Simpson is one of the co-founders of Graydin and a certified Co-active Coach and NLP Coach Practitioner.In this episode, Ari, Abe, and Quinn discuss:Quinn’s background and journey into online course creationGraydin and its mission to support students and educatorsDifferent formats of learning offered by Graydin: live in-person, live online, and self-paced coursesThe process of transitioning from in-person to online learning during the pandemicMarketing and reaching different audiences, including individual teachers and organizational leadersScholarship and pricing strategies for scaling and accessibilityDiscussion on creating engaging and effective online learning experiencesThe importance of a learner-centered and outcome-based perspective in course designDifferences and alignment between curriculum building and coaching“One of the biggest lessons we've learned about helping people learn well online is you want them to feel connected to the work, you want them to be saying yes and wanting to do it.” – Quinn SimpsonGuest Bio:Quinn Simpson is one of the co-founders of Graydin, an organization working to revolutionize the ways we support, empower, and connect with our next generations so they can thrive at school and at home. Together with more than 300 schools and universities worldwide, Graydin has been at the forefront of the coaching movement in education since 2011.Quinn has 18 years of experience in coaching, teacher-training, and learning content creation for teachers, students, and parents. She is a certified Co-active Coach and NLP Coach Practitioner, and at the age of 24, she co-founded a small charity called Akosia that operated for 10 years using coaching as a facilitation technique in filmmaking projects for underprivileged children and women. With a deep passion to break down the silos within education, Quinn has recently founded Gedi Village Foundation. As the acting chair, she aims to position Toronto as a hub for world-class education by establishing a cutting-edge K-8 school, a professional development center for educators and parents, as well as a philanthropic arm that promotes research and innovation in social-emotional learning (SEL). Living in the west end of Toronto with her family, she enjoys walking through High Park and showing her sons Theo and Bowie how coaching skills are for everyone.Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:MiraseeRuzukuQuinn’s website: Graydin.comCredits:Hosts: Ari Iny and Abe CrystalProducer: Michi LantzExecutive Producer: Danny InyAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioTo catch the great episodes that are coming up on Course Lab, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Music credits:Track Title: Bossa BBArtist Name: MarieWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist Name: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: GraceArtist Name: ShimmerWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSTrack Title: Carousel LightsArtist Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.Episode transcript: Revolutionizing Online Learning: Crafting Impactful Courses (Quinn Simpson) coming soon.
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    28 mins