The GLOWdown

Episode Summary:
This Episode is hosted by Jill Brady-Schatz.

Welcome to The (G)lowdown Podcast! In this episode, titled Rooted in Change, we dive into the heart and soul of transformation within small communities.

We’re joined by two inspiring leaders who are actively reshaping the spaces they call home: Anthony McClellan, owner of Altelier 1901 and Take Pride Services, and Annie Jurrens, founder of Refill Goods.

Altelier 1901 is more than just a venue—it’s a creative community hub where music, arts, food, and culture come together to foster connection and belonging. Anthony shares his passion for building vibrant, inclusive spaces that spark connection within the community. Meanwhile, Annie brings her mission of sustainability to life through Refill Goods, a low-waste store dedicated to mindful consumption, reducing environmental impact, and promoting a sense of belonging through shared values.

Together, Anthony and Annie are fostering meaningful change by cultivating growth, belonging, and connection in small-town settings. Tune in as we explore their journeys, the challenges they've faced, and their visions for the future.

Atelier 1901: www.onthestage.tickets/atelier1901

Refill Goods: www.refillgoods.shop 

During our April Bonus Episode we sit down with Maddie Ecklund, a Physician, Scientist, Executive, and APP recruiter at Mayo Clinic to highlight the essential steps to landing a job. We discuss how to get started, what to include in your application, the art of compensation negotiation, and the importance of advocating for yourself. 

This episode focuses on how to get started in your mentorship journey and explores themes such as identifying your why, how to find a mentor, and how to make the most out of your experience.

In this episode of the Glowdown Podcast, we sit down with Kari Turkowski, a remarkable leader whose journey is a true testament to resilience. Kari holds a PhD in BioMedical Science and serves as the Director of Services and Solutions Development at MCP. Alongside a stellar academic and professional career, Kari was a 3-sport college athlete (Volleyball, Women's Hockey and Track), showcasing an unmatched level of discipline and determination.

But her story took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with stage two heart failure. Despite this life-altering challenge, Kari has continued to thrive, drawing on her mental and physical strength to navigate adversity. In this conversation, Kari shares the lessons she’s learned from both her athletic career and her health journey, offering powerful insights into leadership, perseverance, and the pursuit of success in the face of significant obstacles. Tune in for an inspiring discussion about overcoming challenges and redefining what it means to lead.

Iron Heart Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajbL6qD4JRI

Iron Heart website: https://www.kariturkowski.com/about

In this episode, Kristen invites women from Generations X, Y (Millennials), and Z to talk about their journey in the work field and how they have learned to rely on each other's strengths to allow for a more inclusive and empowering work environment.  Discussions revolve around addressing misconceptions about each other, reflecting on what can be learned from generation, and even talking about creating a space to empower women. Tune in to see what Tammy, Anesh, and Shelby have to say - can you relate?

In this episode, hosts Heather Vinge Hanson and Emily Rasmussen and joined by Ellen Pitcher and Stephanie MacFarland to discuss reactions to the book Never Not Working: Why the Always-On Culture is Bad for Business and How to Fix It! by Dr. Malissa Clark that was discussed at the March GLOW Book Club. 

The book allows the reader to reflect on topics relating to overwork and burnout from an individual and organizational level. She also, "...delivers a comprehensive, nuanced definition of workaholism, busting myths along the way—working long hours, it turns out, doesn't automatically make you a workaholic. She also helps you assess whether you're falling prey to the phenomenon and whether you're creating workaholics in your organization." 

The book definitely allowed for a great conversation! We hope listeners will enjoy hearing highlights from the discussion and are able to reflect on their own feelings toward overwork. 

How Did I Get Here is a series that showcases Mayo Clinic leaders with unique career paths or individuals with unique jobs. In this episode, host Heather interviews Christian Hanson, a simulation engineer at Mayo Clinic’s Anatomic Modeling Unit. In this role, Christian specializes in the design and fabrication of highly realistic medical task trainers and patient education models. Listen to hear about how his love of special effects make-up and monster masks, led him to Mayo Clinic.

We are delighted to be joined by Dr. Neha Raukar and Mindy McManus, executive coach, to discuss the importance of coaching, when to seek it, and how to find an excellent coach. Dr. Raukar, also shares her experience as a clinician and how it benefited her as a leader in the organization. 

Highlights:
3:37 What's the difference between Coaching and Mentorship
9:54 What makes a good coach and what characteristics make a coach effective?
18:33 How coaching makes learning happen
20:31 Is there a different approach to coaching clinical leaders from administrative leaders?
28:00 Dr. Raukar, what has been your experience working with a coach?
30:46 When should someone consider a coaching session?
39:06 What can someone expect to take away from a coaching experience?

Resources:
Coaching at Mayo Clinic
International Coaching Federation

We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The (G)LOWdown, and thank you for joining us in cultivating the future of women in leadership. Have feedback, questions, or future podcast ideas?

We’d love to hear from you! Email the Podcast Team at rstglowmergpod@mayo.edu

Special thanks to our team: Heather Vinge Hanson, Bethany Brown, Ashley Xiong, Jill Brady Schatz, Emily Rasmussen, Emily Abram, Tiffani Satterlli & Caitlin Summers. Don’t forget to join us next month and until then, keep your GLOW on.

In this episode, hosts Jill and Tiffani welcome guests from the DSS Social Committee to discuss team building while working remotely.