Belly Dance Alchemy

The news today says that yet another company has announced layoffs.

Layoffs have become such a standard operating practice for companies nowadays that there's corporate-speak to talk about them: RIFs (Reductions In Force), Rightsizing (yeesh), Corporate Outplacing (wow).  But calling it something different doesn't make it any easier to deal with if you're at risk of losing your job.

However, there are practical steps you can take to manage the changes that happen if you're losing your job or are concerned that you might.  In this episode, we discuss the things to focus on when you're at risk of losing your job. 

This is the first of 2 episodes about managing a layoff or job instability.  Next episode will focus on the emotional aspects of layoffs. 

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If you need to make a layoff plan, I can help!  Email me at kelli.nottingham@gmail.com, go to Kellinottingham.com, or reach out to me on LinkedIn, so we can schedule some career coaching time!

No, that's not hyperbole.  Stress really is trying to murder you.  This episode is all about stress: what it is, how it affects our brains and bodies.  But it's not all doom and gloom, because yes, beloved listeners, we also brainstorm some ways to reduce your stress.  Show that murdering jerk who's boss!  By relaxing.  And other stuff.

Want to share something that's worked for you?  Let me know!  Email me at bellydancealchemypodcast@gmail.com

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If you're anything like me, by mid-February you've already fallen off the wagon with some (or all!) of your new goals or New Year's Resolutions.  It happens. 

But instead of beating ourselves up for not being as disciplined as we should, let's consider a new way of looking at goal achievement - Goal Subtraction.  What's that?  Giving up on my goals?  But how would I achieve anything?  Oh my lovelies, take a listen and find out!

Like this idea?  Want to share something that's worked for you?  Let me know!  Email me at bellydancealchemypodcast@gmail.com

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The article referenced in today's episode can be found at: When Less Is More: How Harnessing the Power of Subtraction Can Add to Life (virginia.edu)

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I'm so grateful for you!  And to say thanks for listening, here's a quick episode sharing some inspiring quotes about gratitude.

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In Part 2 of our first Belly Dance Alchemy Duet, I talk with Kristin Chesnutt, a friend, former colleague, instructional designer, and book lover about the challenges of finding our value outside of our work/title, the importance of appreciating work no matter the "corporate ladder" level, and some books she recommends (along with a lot of other great insights!)

Kristin's recommended books:
Laziness Does Not Exist by Devon Price PhD

Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski, PhD and Amelia Nagoski, DMA

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In Part 1 of our first Belly Dance Alchemy Duet, I talk with Kristin Chesnutt, a friend, former colleague, instructional designer, and book lover about the challenges of finding our value outside of our work/title, the importance of appreciating work no matter the "corporate ladder" level, and some books she recommends (along with a lot of other great insights!)

Part 2 coming to your ears soon!

Kristin's recommended books:
Laziness Does Not Exist by Devon Price PhD

Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski, PhD and Amelia Nagoski, DMA

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 If you want to grow your professional skills, either 1:1 or through workshops at your company or organization, let's chat!  For a 30-minute complimentary consultation, email me at bellydancealchemypodcast@gmail.com, go to bellydancealchemy.org, or reach out to me on LinkedIn, so we can see if I'm a good fit for your needs. 

If you haven't heard the term "quiet quitting" yet, it's all over social media recently.   What does it look like?  Well, it doesn't mean quitting your job - it means doing only what's required for your job,  or setting boundaries that say "I'm not going to do more than I’m being paid to do."

But is quiet quitting actually a solution to the problems that we're facing?   I vote No!  That’s what today's episode is all about.  Listen now!

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If you've never been to a belly dance convention, you're missing out!  In this episode, I share some lessons learned about the 4 P's of belly dance conventions:

Listen now and get excited about attending one of these fantastic events! 

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The Belly Dance Alchemy Podcast is back for its 3rd season!  We're kicking off our new competency-based format with a long look in the mirror.  Yes, this episode is all about self-awareness and self-management.  These two skill areas are critical for any other professional or personal growth you may attempt.  Without them, we're all just oblivious wrecking balls of human beings, and nobody wants that, right?

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Light out of darkness: the theme of so many holidays at this time of year.

Know what else is all about light out of darkness?

Resilience

Resilience isn't being impervious to setbacks - it's the ability to bounce back from setbacks.  Which is good, because we all deal with disappointments!

Think you're born with a set level of resilience?  Nonsense.  We can build that skill just like any other.  In this episode, we look at 2 ways to start strengthening your resilience muscle today!

I'd like to say a quick but sincere Thank You! to all my listeners.  You make this endeavor worthwhile. 

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It's Gratitude Time!  

Gratitude gives us a different (bigger) perspective on our lives.  It can make us feel humble, small, receptive.

That's awesome.  Except when it goes too far.  Then it's not great.  When we have too much humility, we may not advocate for ourselves like we should, whether at work, in dance, at home, or with any opportunity.  

In this episode, we turn gratitude inward, to discover how to be grateful to ourselves, by ourselves.

Does that make you feel weird or selfish?  Oh then you DEFINITELY need to listen.  

Thank you for listening!  I'm grateful for you!
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I’m going to go on record here saying that the word "priorities" plural is just messed up.  The word priority (singular) means the thing that goes first.  

 As in, the singular first position. 

Saying that we can have more than one thing in the first position is a recipe for stress and overwhelm and divided attention.

And here's a Big Truth:  Our priorities aren't what we say they are, they're what we actually DO.  Our priorities aren't defined by our vision boards or the goals we set for ourselves.  Our priorities, in reality, are where we spend our time, our energy, and our focus.

So where do you spend your time + energy + focus?  Where do you WANT to spend them?

Let's explore some ways to get our ducks in a row (with that first duck being the first duck!)

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It's the spooky season and this is a rerelease of a great episode all aboutFear!  No, it's not scary (I promise!), but we are going to chat about how we can use our fears productively.  

Fear is there to help us - it keeps us safe and makes us alert to possible dangers, but sometimes gets so big and so all-encompassing that it holds us back in our lives and careers.  

In this episode we explore: 

The Benefits of Fear Three ways Fear can go haywire and control us too muchHow Fear can show up in our livesA handful of ways to get to know your Fear Friend

Don't be scared to look your Fear Friend in the eye!  You might find you have a lot to chat about.

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Hot chocolate, pumpkin pie, and those puffy vests that people dig out of the back of their closet as soon as the weather gets a slight chill.  Ah yes autumn!  My favorite season.

Whenever autumn comes around, it sends me into self-reflection mode.  Something about the world shedding its summer glory to rest into winter's chill inspires me to slow down and think:

How has my year gone so far?  Are there things I need to change to get better results before the end of the year?  What results have come into my life from the choices I've made?

Do I really need more hot chocolate?  (Answer: always yes).  

In this mini-episode, we'll start that reflection process with two different approaches.  Enjoy!

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What if we discovered a switch in our psyches that would turn our fears into courage?  What risks would you take if your courage were doubled?

 What if I told you that courage is not a prerequisite for taking risks, but a RESULT of taking risks?  

 Interested in learning more?

 In today's episode, we explore a new way to think about courage: instead of an unpredictable emotion, courage is a muscle that we can train and build, so that it's ready to use when we need it.

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Ever had a narcissist play you like an old ukulele?  Not fun.

They can show up anywhere - home, work, dance, social settings, and they're hard to resist (at first, anyway).

We're diving into the manipulative, self-centered world of narcissists today, to learn what they're thinking, how they interact with others, and most importantly, how we can protect ourselves from their wily ways!  

Especially if you consider yourself an empathetic, loving person, don't skip this one.  You'll find you're particularly targeted by narcissists, for a reason.  Don't let them take advantage of your kind nature!

Listen now to learn how to identify and expunge the narcissists in your world!

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Are you trying to find more balance between your work and the rest of your life?   

And does the whole "finding balance" thing just feel like part of your To Do list?  

Well in today's episode, we're going to explore a new way of thinking about work/life balance, one that will lift off the ACTUAL cause of work/life imbalance.  

Most of the advice out there on how to balance our lives is off the mark.  

Instead of giving people the freedom to enjoy the Life part of the equation, we're usually told to do more.

And that just creates more work.

So this episode we're gonna dig around and explore a different way to approach work/life balance.  Let's see where this takes us!

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Ah, personal and professional branding.  There's a slew of information out there on creating your brand through your online profiles, your personal elevator speech, etc.  The problem?  You already HAVE a brand, whether you have a LinkedIn profile or not.  

 And if everyone thinks you're a pain in the butt, the fanciest elevator speech in the world won't help you.  

 In today's episode, we're going to look at the way our brands are ACTUALLY built, and discuss how perceptions play into our brands.

 We'll also dig into some practical tips to understand what our brand already is, and how we can grow our brand in the direction we want.

 So forget about creating your own tagline.  Let's get into what REALLY matters when it comes to branding!

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When you want someone to share your opinion, but you know you can't force them to agree with you, what's left?

Influencing them, of course!

And despite what social media influencers would have you think, influencing is not the same as just directly selling someone on an idea.  It takes some deep thinking, some reflection, and of course, a plan!  

In this episode, you'll learn my 3-Step Influencing Model, so you can start persuading others to your point of view right away.

During the episode, I reference a recent conflict resolution video I posted to the Youtube channel.  Check out that video here: Getting Unstuck In Conflict

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Whether it's knee-knocking terror or just butterflies in your stomach, fear of public speaking holds so many people back in their careers, their dance adventures, and life in general.

In this episode, I share 4 practical approaches you can take to manage (and even conquer!) your fear of public speaking.

Don't hide your voice and ideas - the world needs them now more than ever!

So listen now and get ready to speak up!  "Conquer Your Fear of Public Speaking" is out now, wherever you get your podcasts.

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Humans are emotion-driven creatures, whether we want to admit it or not.  And many of the most challenging situations that come up for us aren't based strictly on fact - they're based on feeling: managing conflicts, change, influencing others, sales, delegating.  Trying to fix a feeling-based problem with a fact-based solution, ain't gonna help.

In this episode we dig into the work of Daniel Goleman, who wrote (arguably) THE book on Emotional Intelligence (EQ).  He says:

“The rules for work are changing. We’re being judged by a new yardstick: not just by how smart we are, or by our training and expertise, but also by how well we handle ourselves and each other.”

So let's learn about that new yardstick!

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Hi dancers!  Does the thought of networking (for day job or dance life) make you feel:

  Icky  Grumpy  Queasy  Terrified  All of the Above  

 Well fear not, listener!  In this episode we're going to bust four common myths about networking that keep many people from building the strong, mutually beneficial relationships that great networks provide.  No pushy or smarmy behaviors needed. Who knows?  You might even learn to *gasp* LOVE networking!

In this episode I mention a book that's been a great resource: Elaine Biech's Skills For Career Success: Maximizing Your Potential At Work.  If interested, you can buy it here.

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Let's start digging into building our professional and personal networks.  Here's a mini episode  to prepare you for next week's full episode on Networking The Non-Icky Way. 

I'm on vacation this week, visiting with family I haven't been able to see in 1 1/2 years (yay for vaccines!), but I didn't want to leave you hanging.  Next week we'll have a full episode on how to network professionally without feeling salesy or pushy, and in ways that feel comfortable and beneficial for everyone involved. 

Talk to you next week!

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Are you a Take This Fun Quiz kind of person?  If you said yes, today's episode is especially for you.  We're digging into different ways that people communicate, using a modified DISC assessment that we'll do right here!  In this episode!  No complicated test needed!

 But if you're afraid of being labelled as Type X or Style_______, no worries - we'll also explore how we aren't really putting ourselves into a self-limiting box by dissecting the way we communicate.  In fact, we'll learn some ways to flex our natural default communication style to be much more effective communicators.

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EXTRA EXTRA (mini-episode!)

Are you a leader who is now managing remote employees or a blended team of remote and in-office people?   Are you a dance teacher or studio owner with online and/or in-person students? 

You now have even MORE responsibilities, including one very important one: VISIBILITY! (Yes I'm shouting, because this is crucial stuff!)

Today's video shares one tactic to start the process of building solid communication and visibility for both your team and yourself!

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The world is so much more open to remote work, to being a digital nomad, and that's fantastic!  If that way of working is calling to you - great!  Go for it!  Bon voyage!

 But there are some really important things to keep in mind.  {Cue sad trombone}

 One of the most crucial concerns about remote work is thelack of VISIBILITY that comes with it.  And I don't just mean turning your camera off during video calls.  We're talking career-stalling, Wonder Woman's Airplane types of invisibility to the decision makers in your organization.

 Invisibility might be a superpower to some heroes, but it's NOT going to get you very far in your career.  If you work remotely, invisibility becomes an enemy to your success.

 In today's episode, we're going to discuss a number of strategic ways to keep yourself not only visible when working remotely, but to actually grow your career while working and living where you want.  From excelling in your current job to finding new opportunities for career growth and advancement, we're going to get tactical in this one.  Let's go!

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I’m all for individuality - doing things your own way!  Forging your own path through life!  Woo!  Unique Rules!

 But hey.

 If someone has learned a lesson the hard way, or has figured out an amazing technique for dealing with a situation, why reinvent the wheel?  

 We may be unique, but it doesn't mean we're remote desert islands in a sea of I Gotta Figure This Out By Myself.  

 We're more like an Archipelago of Shared Knowledge, washed in a sea of Human Experience.  This metaphor is going off the rails fast.  Ahem.

 In this episode, we'll learn how to learn from other people's best practices using the Mimic and Model approach.  This method will shorten our learning curve to improvement, by practicing and adapting the ways other people have succeeded.  Think of it as Incognito Mentoring.  

 So get out your magnifying glass - we're going to do some investigating!

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Picture the scene:  You've been hand selected to participate in a big work project or a huge dance event!  Woo hoo!  How exciting!  Except a loud voice is booming in your head, saying:

 I am a complete fraud.  They just don't realize it yet.

 Ah yes, the dreaded Imposter Complex.  In this episode, we're going to face this bully head on, digging into what Imposter Complex is, nine ways that it shows up, and a whole bunch of practical steps we can take to send it on its miserable way.  Buh-bye!

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Do you believe you're smart?  Talented?  Creative?  

What happens when your intelligence or talents or creativity are put to the test, and don't make the grade?  

Do you focus on what you can learn from the situation?  (This is the answer we know we should give, but deep down inside is that really our reaction?  Or do you question whether you're really smart or talented or skilled? - That's the one that often comes up instead!)

 In this episode, we dig into some research on fixed vs. growth mindsets, and explore some new ideas about how we can think about ourselves and our possibilities.

I'm trying some new stuff with our episodes this year, and want to make sure this podcast is filling your needs.  Feedback is appreciated!  Email me at bellydancealchemypodcast@gmail.com

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We behave according to who we believe we are.  

So who do you believe you are? 

Powerful?  Adaptable?  Scatterbrained?  Never good enough?  

In this episode, we dig down into the many layers of our identities, and explore our beliefs about ourselves.  Why, you ask? 

Because our self beliefs shape how we interact with our work, our dance, and our relationships, both professional and personal.  Our beliefs can propel us forward, or hold us back.  It's our choice!

(p.s. My cat, Loki, decided to make a cameo in this one.  *shrugs*)

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"I'm unhappy but I'm comfortable with it."  Sound familiar?  This the Siren Call of Complacent Despair, and it keeps us stagnant, sitting alone on our little island of I Guess This Is Good Enough.  

But it's not good enough, dear listeners, and in this episode we're exploring a new way to think about developing our careers and our dance - the Development Odyssey.  This odyssey is going to take us far beyond what a traditional career or skill development plan would. 

Don't have an actual development plan?  Don't worry!  In this episode you'll get a quick step-by-step on how to put one together for yourself.  We'll then journey beyond to discover what's on the horizon for us in our long-term odyssey.  

 Let's have some fun and explore new possibilities!

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Welcome to 2021!  Let's kick off this year by setting some GOALS! 

In this episode, we discuss 3 key aspects to setting goals that are actually going to get you where you want to go (yes yes, isn't that what they all say?)  But if you don't pay attention to these 3 points, your goals will remain more like wishes than reality, your Vision Board more like a Disappointment Board.  And we don't want that. 

If you want a much deeper look into goal setting and habit forming, I strongly recommendAtomic Habitsby James Clear.  It's an excellent book and his work has changed the way I approach goals and frankly my daily life!

I'm trying some new stuff with our episodes this year, and want to make sure this podcast is filling your needs.  Feedback is appreciated!  Email me at bellydancealchemypodcast@gmail.com

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Yeah, we might be ready to just say Good Riddance to 2020, but let's take a little time to learn what we can from this bizarre year.

Pull out your notebooks or journals, a pen, and a beverage of your choice, and prepare yourself for a virtual coaching session with me!  We'll take our time reflecting on the past year in this episode, both the ups and downs, and you can pause as much as needed to write out  your thoughts and ideas.

If you like this episode, please let me know, so I can do more of them (or not, if you hated it!!  Email me at bellydancealchemypodcast@gmail.com

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Today we're discussing self care, but not the heavily marketed, commodified, Buy-Expensive-Luxuries version of it.

Please don't pummel me with fancy scented candles!  (Unless they're lemongrass scented).

This episode reveals a much broader, truer way of caring for ourselves, so that we can be the most vibrant, powerful, and authentic versions of ourselves that we can.  Yes, pampering ourselves is a part of caring for ourselves, it's just definitely NOT the whole package.

So light a candle (or don't - your choice!) and let's focus on a different, fuller way to care for ourselves - a way that will help us in every area of our lives, including work, dance, home, and friendships.

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(Note: this episode discusses some topics that may be borderline challenging for younger ears to understand, including examples of common biases in the world and our dance community.  Parents, you may want to listen when the kiddos aren't around.)

Our brains are efficient, squishy little machines that can do amazing things!  But they can also go on autopilot and default to thinking processes that reinforce stereotypes that can hold us back from living in an equitable world where everyone can thrive.

In this episode, we explore my straightforward formula to understand how implicit bias is formed, and how we can rewire our brains away from negative biases and toward positive thought patterns.  We also discuss growing up during the Cold War in the US in the 80s - it'll be flashback time for Gen X!

Working to conquer our individual implicit biases isn't the answer to all of the equity issues we have in the world today, but it's one step we can take individually to make the world a better place.  This episode is my entry as an ally into the conversation, and I hope it proves insightful.  Listen now, and subscribe to keep up with new episodes!

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Well, dear listeners, it doesn't have to be that way!  Trust me, I'm not a meditation person, but even I've found ways to bring more gratitude into everyday life.  Here are some key points from this episode:

We'll also discuss some Deep Thoughts about gratitude, but don't worry - we don't get heavy in this episode.  So listen now to learn about Gratitude by Proxy, what the enemy of gratitude is, and how you can Do Gratitude today.

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Often when we think of change, we think of "We're at Point A, Next We'll Be at Point B."

But making changes successfully isn't so much about the logistics - it's about the mental and emotional transitions that we go through as we transition from Point A to Point B. 

When a change pops up in your life, do you get mad?  Sad?  Grumpy?  Anxious?   What's your Default Change Reaction?

In this episode we talk about the 3 transitional phases we go through during changes, and ways to manage our behaviors so we don't go off the rails.  This is based on the work of Dr. William Bridges, but I *might* quote REO Speedwagon in here too.   It's ok - it happens. 

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It's the spooky season and this episode is Filled With Fear!  No, it's not scary (I promise!), but we are going to chat about how we can use our fears productively.  

Fear is there to help us - it keeps us safe and makes us alert to possible dangers, but sometimes gets so big and so all-encompassing that it holds us back in our lives, our dance, and our careers.  

In this episode we explore: 

The Benefits of Fear Three ways Fear can go haywire and control us too muchHow Fear can show up in our livesA handful of ways to get to know your Fear Friend

Don't be scared to look your Fear Friend in the eye!  You might find you have a lot to chat about.

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Like  learning new dance movements, being an effective coach or mentor requires focused skills practice and a learning mindset.

In our last episode,  we discussed ways for learners to make the most of 1:1 coaching or mentoring time.  Today's episode focuses on the other side of the relationship, with some best practices from the world of corporate coaching & mentoring, to help you make the most of that precious 1:1 time with your learner.

We'll dig into:

We also look at a question most Mentors & Coaches don't ask:

Let's get to it!

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Does the thought of working individually with a dance coach or a work mentor terrify you?  There's a BIG reason why, and it's probably not what you think!  If you want to get the most out of 1:1 time with your dance teacher or a work-life mentor, this episode will give you some great tips to maximize your time together, and make the relationship (and your private sessions) a whole lot easier!

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Think all perfectionism is the same?  Not so, my lovelies!  In this episode we learn about the 3 types of perfectionism and how they impact our work, dance, and relationships.  We'll also discuss some ways to rein in the beast of our perfectionistic thoughts and behaviors.  Let's try them out!

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This episode is all about an insidious type of Perfectionism that I like to call PerFAKEtionism.  Want to know what this means, and whether it affects you?  And more, how can we effectively manage our PerFAKEtionism so we can get out of our own way?

Take a listen!

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Welcome to Belly Dance Alchemy!  This mini-episode will give you a quick overview of what this podcast is all about.  

Belly Dance Alchemy is a captivating blend of the best elements of career & professional development and the magic of belly dance. Life is too short for a day job that doesn't make us feel motivated or fulfilled, or a dance life that doesn't make us feel empowered! 

I'm Kelli Nottingham, and this podcast brings together the learnings from my professional training & development career, and melds them with important life lessons gleaned from belly dance.  We'll cover tons of topics like change management, public speaking skills, influencing others (and lots more) in fun, action-oriented and practical episodes designed to spark joy and excitement! 

Ready to make your day job sparkle and your dance life grow in new and inspiring ways?  Listen now!

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