As Told By Nomads

My guest today on As Told by Nomads is Michael Unbroken, an advocate for adult survivors of child abuse. Michael is a life coach, international speaker, and author of four books, including Think Unbroken: Understanding and Overcoming Childhood Trauma. His own experience of trauma began in childhood, when his mother cut off his index finger, and continued through being abused by his stepfather, adopted by his racist grandmother, and getting into drugs and alcohol as a coping mechanism. Michael finally began to recover from his trauma after nearly committing suicide at the age of twenty-six and deciding that he had to make changes in his life. His mission is to end generational trauma in his lifetime through education and information so that another kid doesn’t have a story like his. In today’s episode, we discuss different ways to navigate trauma, what trauma is, and the complexity that comes from figuring out how to heal.We then move the conversation to Michael’s own experience with trauma, starting with his

In this short audio, I share a poem of mine called 'Sad Anger". This was originally posted on my TikTok page at tayorockson. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this short audio, I discuss the thoughts on the importance of an abundance mindset. This was originally posted on my TikTok page at tayorockson. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this short audio, I talk about the range of Blackness. This was originally posted on my TikTok page at tayorockson. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this short audio, I discuss my thoughts on Rothaniel and Atlas of the Heart. This was originally posted on my TikTok page at tayorockson. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

My guest on As Told by Nomads today is spiritual badass, mother, mentor, healer, soul-cial influencer, attorney, entrepreneur, and so much more, Shamina Taylor. Her main goal is to empower her audience to share her messages and gifts with the world, and she believes that you can design the life of your dreams by manifesting anything you desire. First up, Shamina tells us her remarkable story of figuring out her soul’s true calling after a breakdown in yoga class made her realize she had to make changes in her life. She describes her pursuit of opening her third eye by entering “monk mode” and going into the unknown to discover her purpose of combining human experience and spiritual experience. I then ask Shamina about her belief that leaders should take messy action, and we discuss the importance of choosing to take action every day and doing the work to understand yourself and who you are instead of following the herd. She also emphasizes that we should develop sovereignty for ourselves instead of doing what

On today’s episode, I’m joined by Peter Desberg, clinical psychologist and co-author of the book Pitch Like Hollywood, which shows you how to use the elements that sell classic Hollywood pitches in your life. Peter is a Professor Emeritus at California State University and recipient of the Distinguished Teacher Award and the Outstanding Professor Award. He is the author of twenty-three books and has been quoted in such publications as The Wall Street Journal, Psychology Today, and The New York Times. He has also consulted for companies including Apple, Boeing, and Toyota in the areas of pitching persuasion and corporate presentations. Peter’s here today to talk about pitching with the power of Hollywood, overcoming stage fright, and using storytelling to make yourself more persuasive.We begin with Peter discussing how Hollywood pitches use emotion, instead of dry data and statistics, to hook people’s attention and then employ a three-act structure to keep them engaged. He then demonstrates how the same elemen

In this episode I speak with Dr. Gary Crotaz, Gallup Certified Coach and author of, "IDEA Mindset: Figure Out What You Want from Work and How to Get It In 6 Weeks," whose wakeup call was completing a long medical training and a PhD only to discover that it was not the career he was meant to do. Seen as something of an expert in career change. His varied career has encompassed medicine and science, strategy consulting and senior corporate leadership. He’s trained as a doctor, has been a world-class professional ballroom dancer, has worked as a university tutor and even had a short stint as a hospital radio DJ. A regular winner of ‘most eclectic CV’ contests, these days he’s an executive coach and Gallup-certified Strengths Coach. He has coached clients in more than 15 countries, specializing in activating their talents and strengths to achieve ambitious personal and professional goals.LinksWebsite: https://garycrotaz.com/Book: https://www.amazon.com/IDEA-Mindset-Figure-What-Weeks/dp/1913532909/The IDEA Program

Today's episode is with Seline Shenoy. She is the founder and writer of The Dream Catcher – a community platform that connects and encourages people to live their dream life and make a difference in the world. Its inspirational message has been attracting thousands of readers every month from all over the world since 2014.In Jan. 2018, she launched The Dream Catcher Podcast where she’s interviewed over a hundred experts, including bestselling authors, influencers, spiritual leaders and academic scholars. Seline is a former life and career coach who worked with clients and hosted workshops for six years. Over the past 15 years, she’s been part of award-winning agencies and companies in four countries. She’s also written for several reputed publications such as Forbes, MindBodyGreen, Elite Daily and others. In 2021, Seline was awarded the prestigious UAE Golden Visa, a long-term residence visa, by the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority for her contributions to writing and podcasting. See acast.com/privacy for pri

In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Jason Moore as we talk about how he built the lifestyle that allows him to pursue and make a career out of his passion for traveling. As the co-founder of the community platform Location Indie and the host of Zero to Travel Podcast, Jason helps us understand how passion for traveling differs from other passions, the main goal of Zero to Travel and Location Indie, what shapes leadership, his view on how communities are formed, and so much more.Traveling – A long time loveSome forms of passion are like sparklers. Sparklers are hot and bright when ignited or sparked. But shortly after, they, too, quickly fade away. They give out this attractive display only to die off faster. Some passions are like that. Some people start them and last months or a year until a new passion is found. Conversely, traveling is not like that. Although, pursuing passion is not always as easy as cake. Jason shares that there'll be times when you'll think, "I can't do this

In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Jason Sweeting, AKA J The Trader, as we talk about how trading allows him to reclaim the produce of his own value. Jason's glee towards today's ongoing great resignation is evident in this discussion. Through the eyes of a trader, for Jason, what the pandemic did to the labor force shouldn't only be seen as a case of mass resignation. Here, Jason simplifies the definition of a market, what trading really is, how titan investors play the game that dramatically differs them from novices, and much more.The Selling Side of the TradeGenerations ago, every black folk had owners. Black people were enslaved for years and would spend hours and hours in the fields working on raw materials, like cotton, that threaded the early days of the industrial revolution. As a result of intensive regular work, the average black man and woman became very skilled in different areas of labor. Because of labor abuse, they developed skills that no white supremacists would

In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Ralf Specht as we discuss the different elements that answer whether your business has a soul or not. Technically, every business is a people business. How? As you tune in, Ralf lays down his thoughts on how crucial work culture and employee empowerment are to a business's success and how he breaks down the whole discussion in his book, Building Corporate Soul: Powering Culture & Success with the Soul System™.What Drives a Business's Success?No sense of belonging and not being valued by the organization is probably at the top of the list of why employees leave their companies. That aside, not having enough opportunities, a lack of a supportive work system, and inadequate compensation. If you're a CEO, gaining a sense of commitment from your people is critical above all. But if your only means to do that are through 'numbers,' then that's the hole in your business right there.About Ralf Specht:Ralf Specht is a visionary business leader and cr

In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Jeri Bingham as we break down the challenges of being black, a woman, and an introvert at work. Jeri is someone who understandably understands what "individuality" means and why it needs to be acknowledged by companies who want to draw out the best from their people. As you tune in, Jeri further explains the misconceptions regarding introverts, what employers need to be more aware of when examining talents, and her thoughts on coping mechanisms.An Introverted Black Woman in LeadershipIf you didn't grow up knowing Black folks or having Black friends, the likeness of you eventually learning about Black people from mainstream media and the news is high. What you'll discover will most probably be ingrained with stereotypes as well. Without first-hand experience with Black communities, television will tell you that Black people are loud, strong in personality, always witty, sassy, and aggressive — especially women. But that's not always the case.Jeri

In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Kym Ali as we talk about how she turned her pain into power as a black woman who experienced discrimination and injustice in corporate environments. Here, she discusses why burnout is not normal, generational traumas, unlearning misconceptions about “strength,” and her story on discrimination that women worldwide related to in her co-authored book, Everyday Struggle: How Toxic Workspaces Impact Black Women.“Strong Black Woman”During the exchange, Tayo and Kym talk about the different points on how to unlearn the idea of ‘being strong is keeping it inside.’ This understanding of a strong character is what stereotyping uses when shaping black women and black folks in general. Both Kym and Tayo disagree with this. About Kym Ali:Kym Ali is a Registered Nurse and Founder of Kym Ali Consulting Firm. Kym works closely with corporations and healthcare facilities to emphasize the importance of Workplace Wellness and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion solut

In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Peter Zaccagnino as we dive into how he talks about leadership and humanization in his book Relevant. As a man of aviation, Peter is no stranger to danger and extraordinary experiences.About Peter Zaccagnino:Born in New Brunswick, New Jersey, Pete Zaccagnino has pursued all things aviation since the beginning. Earning his undergraduate degree in Aeronautical Engineering, restoring five airplanes, and building three others (including a Lancair Super Legacy).Pete is a former professor of Aerodynamics, Meteorology, and History. He has given over 100 training seminars on a variety of topics and has been a guest speaker at aviation peer groups and universities worldwide, including Air Venture.His fifteen years of racing at Reno have included four championships, including the 2019 Jet Gold Champion, 2015 Jet Gold Champion, 2013 Jet Gold Champion at 509 mph, and the fastest qualifying lap at 529 mph, and 2007 Gold Champion in the Sport Class. In 2005,

In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Amy Green Smith as we talk about how you can advocate for yourself with grace and kindness. Here, Amy shares how targeting internal beliefs around "enough-ness" influences our ability to handle challenging conversations in life. As we tune in more to what she has to impart, Amy explains her three-part framework for setting boundaries, and so much more.Setting Boundaries: Decide, Deliver, and ReinforceDuring the discussion, Amy shares a three-part framework for boundary setting. This framework focuses on the decision-making, delivery, and reinforcement of the boundaries you want to make. To deliver well on those boundaries, you also have to communicate them well. It's about how you explain and have conversations about the boundaries you're setting. As a tip, rise above your emotions before having conversations. Having an emotion-driven talk is most likely to tilt the balance in communicating, so try not to. When you set boundaries, people are als

In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Tiffani Higgins as we find out more about the underestimated lucrative business of Bookkeeping. Tune in as Tiffani explains how she made possible her own remote bookkeeping business, the market for bookkeeping companies, what Bookkeeping has allowed her and her students' lives, the application of an entrepreneurial mindset, and so much more.Is quitting a must to grow an entrepreneurial mindset?Shifting to entrepreneurship when you're working as an employee takes a lot of things that need to be different. The first thing you look into when doing so is your mindset. When becoming an entrepreneur, accountability becomes—all of a sudden—your most loved/hated thing. That accountability holds you responsible for every decision made.A very common topic that most entrepreneurs go through in decision-making is about resignation or letting go of your W-2 job. But is quitting a must to grow an entrepreneurial mindset? The answer is no. For Tiffani, this ki

In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Phoebe Millward as we get to know how life works for a 23-year-old entrepreneur and digital nomad. Here, Phoebe shares her thoughts on why most young professionals today struggle in the corporate environment and why the system brought by industrialization is being abandoned by the majority of the labor force. In the exchange, listen as Phoebe explains why it's totally fine to not know your passion.What entrepreneurship does to youIn the eyes of a wandering young entrepreneur, who likes to immerse herself in the cultures of different places, entrepreneurship can be more than just money, career, and business. To be an entrepreneur takes a lot of transformation. And usually, that's because people who choose entrepreneurship choose it because they want to leave something. That something is the status quo. The status quo that's not designed for a lot of today's generation of young professionals. For Phoebe, when you start on your journey to bein

In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Artis Stevens as we discuss what mentorship can mean to a child, to his or her future, and the communities he or she will eventually become a part of. The Juvenile Justice and Welfare System  refers to a system dealing with children at risk and in conflict with the law.Tune in to Artis talk about what mentorship can create, the #1 mentorship myth that needs to be debunked, how Big Brothers Big Sisters of America differs from the JJWS, and so much more.To be a BIGFor Artis, there are a lot of people who believe that to be a big brother or a big sister, you have to be all this and all that. Kids just want a role model that can be present, can listen, engage, and be authentic. That’s what kids, who’ve lost connection and opportunities in life, basically need from mentors.To succeed in providing that kind of connection to a little (a mentee), you have to gain their trust first. One of the biggest factor that Tayo mentions is needed to successfu

In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join Gaurav Bhatnagar and Mark Minukas as we talk about the approaches to transforming an organization away from fear, anxiety, dysfunction, and stress. To effectively establish a connection with your team, as a leader, you must learn how to meet people where they are.Is fear a compelling motivation?Fear may work in ways more than one when it comes to motivating specific outcomes and results. Although in today's exchange, we learn that fear-driven results aren't always long-lasting.About Gaurav Bhatnagar and Mark Minukas:Gaurav has dedicated the last two decades of his professional life to working co-creatively with organizations to deliver performance and culture transformations and enhance leadership development. He has been a trusted adviser/ coach/ counselor to C-suite and other senior leaders in the process of transforming their organizations.Mark has been helping organizations transform their business performance for over 15 years now. His work has ta