The Hard Won Wisdom Podcast

Welcome to the season finale of the Hard Won Wisdom Podcast! 🎉 Fawn Germer and Michelle Brigman are here to wrap up a year full of growth, change, and heartfelt connections. In this episode, they share their personal journeys and the changes they've welcomed with open arms.   🔹 What We'll Talk About: Fawn's quest for positivity in a world that can sometimes feel heavy 🕊️ The emotional rollercoaster after surviving two hurricanes in Florida 🌪️😢  Fawn's soul-searching road trip and her thoughts on life and mortality 🛣️🐾 Why real friendships matter more than superficial ones 🤝 Shifting from career-focused talks to building meaningful relationships 🌟 Michelle's annual vision board ritual and how it brings clarity and energy 🧩⚡ Society's growing acceptance of therapy and personal growth 💬🧠 A fun look back at the Y2K scare and UFO worries 🛸 Personal updates on balancing life and podcasting 🔄💕 🔹 Why Tune In? Get fresh perspectives on staying positive through tough times. Be inspired by stories of overcoming emotional hurdles. Learn to cultivate real friendships and set healthy boundaries. Discover tips for personal growth and the healing power of therapy. Join us for an intimate and uplifting chat as we close out another amazing season! 🌠✨   🔹 *Subscribe and Connect:* Make sure to subscribe, like, and hit the notification bell to stay updated with new episodes! 🔔 *Thank You for Listening!* Your continued support makes our journey special. We can't wait to bring more hard-won wisdom to your ears next season! Stay tuned and connected! --- *Follow Us:* Website: www.hardwonwisdom.com Find us on all your favorite streaming platforms *Sponsored by:* Women's Leadership Network - Empowering women to lead and succeed. Let's start a conversation and create a supportive community together! CONNECT WITH FAWN  ✩ Website https://www.fawngermer.com/  ✩ LinkedIn   / fawngermer   ✩ Facebook -   / fawngermerauthor   ✩ YouTube -  / @fawngermerauthor    CONNECT WITH MICHELLE  ✩ Coaching Website  https://www.michellebrigman.com  ✩ Customer Experience Consulting Website  https://www.advantagecx.com/  ✩ LinkedIn   / michellebrigman   ✩ Facebook -   / thebraveadvantage   ✩ Instagram   / michellebrigmanexeccoach   ✩ Twitter   / m_brigman   ✩ YouTube -   / @michellebrigman      EDITED & PRODUCED BY AJ Aligonero https://ajaligonero.weebly.com/  SPONSORED BY WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP NETWORK https://www.womensleadershipnetwork.com    * * * * * NEW TO FAWN & MICHELLE?  READ MORE HERE: About - Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/?page_id=21  WE LOVE MESSAGES FROM OUR LISTENERS! SEND IT HERE: Fawn@FawnGermer.com ; Michelle@MIchelleBrigman.com   #HardWonWisdom, #LifeLessons, #PersonalGrowth, #WomenEmpowerment, #CareerAdvice, #PodcastClips, #FacingFears, #OvercomingChallenges, #InspirationalStories, #LeadershipTips.

1/25/25 • 41:01

There are some circumstances that no baby manual or parenting guide could ever prepare you for. Author Susan Reynolds shares the gripping true story of how a first-time mother and her baby fight together for survival. Susan is the author of the new memoir, "While I Breathe," which tells the heartbreaking and heartwarming story of her magical son, Ryan, who was born with Down syndrome and a heart defect.   Let's start a conversation and create a supportive community together! CONNECT WITH FAWN  ✩ Website https://www.fawngermer.com/  ✩ LinkedIn   / fawngermer   ✩ Facebook -   / fawngermerauthor   ✩ YouTube -  / @fawngermerauthor    CONNECT WITH MICHELLE  ✩ Coaching Website  https://www.michellebrigman.com  ✩ Customer Experience Consulting Website  https://www.advantagecx.com/  ✩ LinkedIn   / michellebrigman   ✩ Facebook -   / thebraveadvantage   ✩ Instagram   / michellebrigmanexeccoach   ✩ Twitter   / m_brigman   ✩ YouTube -   / @michellebrigman      EDITED & PRODUCED BY AJ Aligonero https://ajaligonero.weebly.com/  SPONSORED BY WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP NETWORK https://www.womensleadershipnetwork.com    * * * * * NEW TO FAWN & MICHELLE?  READ MORE HERE: About - Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/?page_id=21  WE LOVE MESSAGES FROM OUR LISTENERS! SEND IT HERE: Fawn@FawnGermer.com ; Michelle@MIchelleBrigman.com   #GriefSupport #MedicalAdvocacy #ParentingChallenges #StrongWomen #CopingWithLoss #UnconditionalLove #FamilyDynamics #OvercomingAdversity #PersonalStorytelling #EmotionalComplexity #HardWonWisdom #SusanReynoldsInterview    

2/20/24 • 48:02

Lousy sex, faked orgasms, room for improvement? If you want to stop settling for less in your sex life, tune in for our session with clinical sex therapist Mona McGregor who will share ways to communicate, get things moving in the right direction or resurrect your sex life from the dead. Visit https://ideallifecounseling.com/ Let's start a conversation and create a supportive community together! CONNECT WITH FAWN  ✩ Website https://www.fawngermer.com/  ✩ LinkedIn   / fawngermer   ✩ Facebook -   / fawngermerauthor   ✩ YouTube -  / @fawngermerauthor    CONNECT WITH MICHELLE  ✩ Coaching Website  https://www.michellebrigman.com  ✩ Customer Experience Consulting Website  https://www.advantagecx.com/  ✩ LinkedIn   / michellebrigman   ✩ Facebook -   / thebraveadvantage   ✩ Instagram   / michellebrigmanexeccoach   ✩ Twitter   / m_brigman   ✩ YouTube -   / @michellebrigman      EDITED & PRODUCED BY AJ Aligonero https://ajaligonero.weebly.com/  SPONSORED BY WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP NETWORK https://www.womensleadershipnetwork.com    * * * * * NEW TO FAWN & MICHELLE?  READ MORE HERE: About - Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/?page_id=21  WE LOVE MESSAGES FROM OUR LISTENERS! SEND IT HERE: Fawn@FawnGermer.com ; Michelle@MIchelleBrigman.com #WomensHealth  #RelationshipCommunication  #HormonesAndSex #SelfEsteem #SexTherapy  #SexualExpression  #SafeSpace  #SexualFulfillment  #NoveltyInRelationships  #SexualStigmas      

2/13/24 • 43:29

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2/6/24 • 44:25

YouTube Star Maddie Zickel's plan is to explore life and figure things will all work out in the end. Sometimes, that means risking her life. Other times, it means priceless moments in nature, where her senses are on full alert as she dares to travel a path few dare to traverse. At 31, she's just getting started.   Join us for this insightful and impactful episode of the Hard Won Wisdom Podcast! Subscribe and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes. Share this video with your friends and comment below with your thoughts and experiences on friendship breakups. Let's start a conversation and create a supportive community together! CONNECT WITH FAWN  ✩ Website https://www.fawngermer.com/  ✩ LinkedIn   / fawngermer   ✩ Facebook -   / fawngermerauthor   ✩ YouTube -  / @fawngermerauthor    CONNECT WITH MICHELLE  ✩ Coaching Website  https://www.michellebrigman.com  ✩ Customer Experience Consulting Website  https://www.advantagecx.com/  ✩ LinkedIn   / michellebrigman   ✩ Facebook -   / thebraveadvantage   ✩ Instagram   / michellebrigmanexeccoach   ✩ Twitter   / m_brigman   ✩ YouTube -   / @michellebrigman     SPONSORED BY WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP NETWORK https://www.womensleadershipnetwork.com    * * * * * NEW TO FAWN & MICHELLE?  READ MORE HERE: About - Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/?page_id=21  WE LOVE MESSAGES FROM OUR LISTENERS! SEND IT HERE: Fawn@FawnGermer.com ; Michelle@MIchelleBrigman.com

1/30/24 • 41:27

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1/23/24 • 39:38

Women have special challenges when it comes to shaking up their careers. Are you doing some of the things women tend to do that keep them from making change, negotiating salaries and winning? Joining us today is Melissa Maheux, an executive recruiter from Russell Reynolds, who shares tips on how to get out of your own way.   Connect with Melissa Maheux: LinkedIn(2) Melissa Maheux | LinkedIn Russell Reynolds: Shape what is next, right now | Russell Reynolds Associates] Podcast: Hard Won Wisdom Podcast  Episode: HWWP S6 - Melissa Maheux Topic: Career Transitions and Self-Assessment  Hosts: Fawn Germer, Michelle Brigman Special Guest: Melissa Maheux (Executive Recruiter, Russell Reynolds)   Join us for this insightful and impactful episode of the Hard Won Wisdom Podcast! Subscribe and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes. Share this video with your friends and comment below with your thoughts and experiences on friendship breakups. Let's start a conversation and create a supportive community together! CONNECT WITH FAWN  ✩ Website https://www.fawngermer.com/  ✩ LinkedIn   / fawngermer   ✩ Facebook -   / fawngermerauthor   ✩ YouTube -  / @fawngermerauthor    CONNECT WITH MICHELLE  ✩ Coaching Website  https://www.michellebrigman.com  ✩ Customer Experience Consulting Website  https://www.advantagecx.com/  ✩ LinkedIn   / michellebrigman   ✩ Facebook -   / thebraveadvantage   ✩ Instagram   / michellebrigmanexeccoach   ✩ Twitter   / m_brigman   ✩ YouTube -   / @michellebrigman      SPONSORED BY WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP NETWORK https://www.womensleadershipnetwork.com    * * * * * NEW TO FAWN & MICHELLE?  READ MORE HERE: About - Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/?page_id=21  WE LOVE MESSAGES FROM OUR LISTENERS! SEND IT HERE: Fawn@FawnGermer.com ; Michelle@MIchelleBrigman.com      

1/16/24 • 39:39

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1/9/24 • 41:47

Brooke is the most badass woman either of us has ever met. This YouTube sensation is a famous survivalist (starred on two seasons of Alone), off-grid builder, risk-taking adventurer and deep-thinking wise woman. Start the New Year with a power-coaching session with Brooke, who will show you how to get what you want by fearlessly diving into the hard work and sacrifice that will pay off big time. Let's start a conversation and create a supportive community together! CONNECT WITH FAWN  ✩ Website https://www.fawngermer.com/  ✩ LinkedIn   / fawngermer   ✩ Facebook -   / fawngermerauthor   ✩ YouTube -  / @fawngermerauthor    CONNECT WITH MICHELLE  ✩ Coaching Website  https://www.michellebrigman.com  ✩ Customer Experience Consulting Website  https://www.advantagecx.com/  ✩ LinkedIn   / michellebrigman   ✩ Facebook -   / thebraveadvantage   ✩ Instagram   / michellebrigmanexeccoach   ✩ Twitter   / m_brigman   ✩ YouTube -   / @michellebrigman     SPONSORED BY WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP NETWORK https://www.womensleadershipnetwork.com    * * * * * NEW TO FAWN & MICHELLE?  READ MORE HERE: About - Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/?page_id=21  WE LOVE MESSAGES FROM OUR LISTENERS! SEND IT HERE: Fawn@FawnGermer.com ; Michelle@MIchelleBrigman.com #HardWonWisdomPodcast #PodcastAdvice #SelfImprovementTips #LifeLessons #PersonalGrowth #Inspiration #Motivation #Wisdom #Success #Mindfulness #Gratitude #Choices #Change #Reflection #Adventure #SelfDiscovery #Wellness #PositiveMindset #Empowerment #GoalSetting #OvercomingChallenges #Happiness #Contentment #MindsetShift #consciousliving #podcastwisdom #SurvivalistLife#adventure #OffGridAdventure #WildernessWisdom #ResilienceAndDetermination #AdventureStorytelling #OutdoorSkills #PositiveMindsetJourney #PersonalGrowthQuest #InspirationalBuilding #EmpoweringJourney

1/2/24 • 52:49

Psychotherapist Elizabeth Heaney asks the question. We've all had those moments where we ignore our gut instincts and settle for less than we deserve in our careers, relationships, or even in our daily choices. Here is how to liberate that inner voice that's begging you to speak up and take charge.   CONNECT WITH FAWN  ✩ Website https://www.fawngermer.com/  ✩ LinkedIn   / fawngermer   ✩ Facebook -   / fawngermerauthor   ✩ YouTube -  / @fawngermerauthor    CONNECT WITH MICHELLE  ✩ Coaching Website  https://www.michellebrigman.com  ✩ Customer Experience Consulting Website  https://www.advantagecx.com/  ✩ LinkedIn   / michellebrigman   ✩ Facebook -   / thebraveadvantage   ✩ Instagram   / michellebrigmanexeccoach   ✩ Twitter   / m_brigman   ✩ YouTube -   / @michellebrigman       SPONSORED BY WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP NETWORK https://www.womensleadershipnetwork.com    * * * * * NEW TO FAWN & MICHELLE?  READ MORE HERE: About - Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/?page_id=21  WE LOVE MESSAGES FROM OUR LISTENERS! SEND IT HERE: Fawn@FawnGermer.com ; Michelle@MIchelleBrigman.com #HardWonWisdomPodcast #PodcastAdvice #SelfImprovementTips #LifeLessons #PersonalGrowth #Inspiration #Motivation #Wisdom #Success #Mindfulness #Gratitude #Choices #Change #Reflection #Adventure #SelfDiscovery #Wellness #PositiveMindset #Empowerment #GoalSetting #OvercomingChallenges #Happiness #Contentment #MindsetShift #consciousliving #po dcastwisdom

12/19/23 • 41:03

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12/13/23 • 42:42

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12/5/23 • 42:08

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11/29/23 • 41:54

Join us for a powerful episode of Hard Won Wisdom Podcast as we have an inspiring conversation with Andrea Lytle Peet, an incredible individual who has faced the challenges of ALS head-on. Andrea's indomitable spirit and determination to live each day to the fullest will leave you inspired and motivated to embrace the beauty in your own struggles. In this episode, you'll hear about Andrea's journey, her goal of completing 50 marathons, and her book "Hope Fights Back." We also discuss the impact of ALS on her relationship with her husband, David. Don't miss this deeply moving episode that will leave you with a fresh perspective on life. Tune in now!   Let's start a conversation and create a supportive community together! CONNECT WITH FAWN ✩ Website https://www.fawngermer.com/ ✩ LinkedIn   / fawngermer ✩ Facebook -   / fawngermerauthor ✩ YouTube -  / @fawngermerauthor CONNECT WITH MICHELLE ✩ Coaching Website  https://www.michellebrigman.com ✩ Customer Experience Consulting Website  https://www.advantagecx.com/ ✩ LinkedIn   / michellebrigman ✩ Facebook -   / thebraveadvantage ✩ Instagram   / michellebrigmanexeccoach ✩ Twitter   / m_brigman ✩ YouTube -   / @michellebrigman SPONSORED BY WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP NETWORK https://www.womensleadershipnetwork.com * * * * * NEW TO FAWN & MICHELLE?  READ MORE HERE: About - Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/?page_id=21 WE LOVE MESSAGES FROM OUR LISTENERS! SEND IT HERE: Fawn@FawnGermer.com ; Michelle@MIchelleBrigman.com    

11/21/23 • 47:14

Psychotherapist Kimberly Mahr joins us today to brainstorm ways to deal with the insanity of world chaos, national political, economic, racial and safety woes. There is a whole lot of fear and anger out there, so here are coping strategies for dealing with the never-ending turmoil that has all of us stressed like never before. Let's start a conversation and create a supportive community together! CONNECT WITH FAWN ✩ Website https://www.fawngermer.com/ ✩ LinkedIn   / fawngermer ✩ Facebook -   / fawngermerauthor ✩ YouTube -  / @fawngermerauthor CONNECT WITH MICHELLE ✩ Coaching Website  https://www.michellebrigman.com ✩ Customer Experience Consulting Website  https://www.advantagecx.com/ ✩ LinkedIn   / michellebrigman ✩ Facebook -   / thebraveadvantage ✩ Instagram   / michellebrigmanexeccoach ✩ Twitter   / m_brigman ✩ YouTube -   / @michellebrigman EDITED & PRODUCED BY AJ Aligonero https://ajaligonero.weebly.com/ SPONSORED BY WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP NETWORK https://www.womensleadershipnetwork.com * * * * * NEW TO FAWN & MICHELLE?  READ MORE HERE: About - Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/?page_id=21 WE LOVE MESSAGES FROM OUR LISTENERS! SEND IT HERE: Fawn@FawnGermer.com ; Michelle@MIchelleBrigman.com    

11/15/23 • 42:09

Fawn and Michelle are on wildly different paths this summer – Michelle is reshaping her career and Fawn hit the road in a van with her dog. Join us for this inspiring, entertaining, raw moment of what happens when you dive into change and live your best life – on your own terms. 00:01:19 Fawn gets a haircut 00:05:20 The importance of not waiting until it's too late to make life changes. 00:10:05 Women turning to vices due to transition. Prioritize yourself. 00:13:53 Experience shapes identity; fearlessness leads to growth. 00:18:17 Women supporting each other through life challenges. 00:21:32 Reconnecting with old friends brings unexpected joy. 00:24:29 The power of reconnecting with others. 00:27:07 Saying no. 00:32:49 Keep moving yourself forward. CONNECT WITH FAWN ✩ Website https://www.fawngermer.com/ ✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/fawngermer/ ✩ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FawnGermerAuthor ✩ YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/@FawnGermerAuthor   CONNECT WITH MICHELLE ✩ Coaching Website  https://www.michellebrigman.com ✩ Customer Experience Consulting Website  https://www.advantagecx.com/ ✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebrigman/ ✩ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheBraveAdvantage ✩ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/michellebrigmanexeccoach/ ✩ Twitter https://twitter.com/M_Brigman ✩ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDQumVLGqd7KdV2Z9ESyalg EDITED & PRODUCED BY AJ Aligonero https://ajaligonero.weebly.com/ SPONSORED BY WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP NETWORK https://www.womensleadershipnetwork.com   * * * * * NEW TO FAWN & MICHELLE?  READ MORE HERE: About - Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/?page_id=21 WE LOVE MESSAGES FROM OUR LISTENERS! SEND IT HERE: Fawn@FawnGermer.com ; Michelle@MIchelleBrigman.com #Podcast #HardWonWisdom #WyomingAdventure #PersonalGrowth #SupportSystem #Reconnect #LiveLifeFully #EmbraceEveryDay #Resilience #Inspirational #Reconnection #SupportNetwork #FearlessAction #Success #ProfessionalDevelopment #PodcastRecommendation #EmbraceTheUnexpected #MeaningfulConnections #FearlessLiving #SupportSystem #ListenLikeSubscribeShare #michellebrigman #fawngermer #liveyourfabulous #thebraveadvantage

8/11/23 • 35:36

As we are out of our fifth season, big things are happening. Yeah, Michelle is overhauling her career, and Fawn is grabbing her dog and heading across country for a three-month adventure in her van. But that's just for starters. Let's talk about hair. CONNECT WITH FAWN ✩ Website https://www.fawngermer.com/ ✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/fawngermer/ ✩ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FawnGermerAuthor ✩ YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/@FawnGermerAuthor   CONNECT WITH MICHELLE ✩ Coaching Website  https://www.michellebrigman.com ✩ Customer Experience Consulting Website  https://www.advantagecx.com/ ✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebrigman/ ✩ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheBraveAdvantage ✩ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/michellebrigmanexeccoach/ ✩ Twitter https://twitter.com/M_Brigman ✩ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDQumVLGqd7KdV2Z9ESyalg     EDITED & PRODUCED BY AJ Aligonero https://ajaligonero.weebly.com/ SPONSORED BY WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP NETWORK https://www.womensleadershipnetwork.com   * * * * * NEW TO FAWN & MICHELLE?  READ MORE HERE: About - Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/?page_id=21 WE LOVE MESSAGES FROM OUR LISTENERS! SEND IT HERE: Fawn@FawnGermer.com ; Michelle@MIchelleBrigman.com #HardWonWisdomPodcast #PodcastAdvice #SelfImprovementTips #LifeLessons #PersonalGrowth #Inspiration #Motivation #Wisdom #Success #Mindfulness #Gratitude #Choices #Change #Reflection #Adventure #SelfDiscovery #Wellness #PositiveMindset #Empowerment #GoalSetting #OvercomingChallenges #Happiness #Contentment #MindsetShift #consciousliving

7/18/23 • 37:21

Why is it that you can be the most successful woman in the world, but feel like a complete loser when you aren't the perfect mommy or housekeeper? Because we STILL think we are supposed to do all of that stuff first and, when we fall short, we internalize all the stress. Join us today for some validation, insight and direction from Anne Witherspoon, a corporate leader who learned plenty once she learned how to change a diaper. And that was just the beginning     LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3XF9qDy Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3rgeJxb YouTube: https://bit.ly/3NAc6Oa Website: Hard Won Wisdom Podcast - Hard Won Wisdom TIMESTAMPS 00:01:32 Anne discusses the pressure on women to excel in traditional roles and highlights a personal story about becoming a mother.   00:04:55 Anne feels like a failure for not being able to breastfeed and is relieved when a doctor suggests using formula instead.   00:07:17 Despite the progress women have made in careers and government representation, societal expectations of women as homemakers and mothers continue to be deeply ingrained. These expectations overshadow women's professional achievements and influence their self-perception. Peer judgment further complicates the issue.   00:10:26 We need to speak to our daughters about societal expectations. Challenges of work-life balance and motherhood. The importance of making conscious decisions about traditional roles. The story of a successful woman with a messy house. Deciding what tasks we can let go of. The example of Meg Whitman's approach.   00:17:02 Michelle discusses prioritizing their child's needs and letting go of external pressures and expectations.   00:22:07 Woman judged for being a working woman.   00:24:36 Michelle discusses the frustration of being expected to fulfill traditional household roles without receiving much help or appreciation from family members. Despite attempts to establish boundaries and expectations, the speaker admits to still doing most of the household tasks.   00:27:35 Parent stopped doing children's laundry, taught them life skills, including cleaning.   00:33:37 I want my daughter to have her voice and boundaries, but it has backfired. We're figuring out how to parent differently without a playbook.   00:35:16 Anne emphasizes the importance of learning and reading, especially in relation to child-rearing and understanding individual strengths and communication styles. They believe this approach has made them a successful mother and professional.   00:38:06 Respect personal thresholds, share a story about cleanliness mishap.   00:42:12 Join the Hard Won Wisdon podcast for career advice from influential thought leaders, brought to you by the women's leadership network.   CONNECT WITH FAWN ✩ Website  - Fawn Germer​ ✩ LinkedIn (1) Fawn Germer | LinkedIn ✩ Facebook - (1) Facebook ✩ YouTube -(75) Fawn Germer - YouTube   CONNECT WITH MICHELLE ✩ Coaching Website  https://www.michellebrigman.com ✩ Customer Experience Consulting Website  Unlock the power of exceptional customer experiences, with Advantage CX ✩ LinkedIn (1) Michelle Brigman | LinkedIn ✩ Facebook - (1) Facebook ✩ Instagram Michelle Brigman (@michellebrigmanexeccoach) | Instagram ✩ Twitter (3) Michelle Brigman (@M_Brigman) / Twitter ✩ YouTube - (75) Michelle Brigman Executive Coach - YouTube   SPONSORED BY WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP NETWORK https://www.womensleadershipnetwork.com #hardwonwisdom #fawngermer #michellebrigman #hardwonwisdompodcast  

7/11/23 • 43:02

How can you cope and find happiness in the worst possible situations? Join Dr. Judith Moskowitz, today's guest, who has made positive coping skills her life's work. She is a professor of medical social sciences for Northwestern University and shows how you can experience (and savor) positive emotions in situations where others may think positivity is impossible.   Our Socials: Fawn Germer https://www.fawngermer.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3PbCFbc Facebook: https://bit.ly/3vI9VQz   Michelle Brigman https://www.michellebrigman.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3SyYW5x Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Qt5r8s   Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg Women's Leadership Network https://womensleadershipnetwork.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg #Hardwonwisdom #womenempowerment #womanempowermentmovement

6/27/23 • 42:24

6/20/23 • 39:59

Sick of having to prove yourself and start all over again? Get used to it. Here is how to embrace new – and sometimes unsettling opportunities – by moving forward with confidence and courage. Fawn and Michelle show how to win by being uncomfortable.   Our Socials: Fawn Germer https://www.fawngermer.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3PbCFbc Facebook: https://bit.ly/3vI9VQz   Michelle Brigman https://www.michellebrigman.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3SyYW5x Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Qt5r8s   Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg Women's Leadership Network https://womensleadershipnetwork.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg #Hardwonwisdom #womenempowerment #womanempowermentmovement

6/13/23 • 47:11

Milani Cosmetics CEO Mary Van Praag says she might not be the smartest person in the room – and she doesn't have to be. Here is how to use strengths in leadership into the vision and inspiration that moves a team into high performance that maximizes everybody's strengths.   Our Socials: Fawn Germer https://www.fawngermer.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3PbCFbc Facebook: https://bit.ly/3vI9VQz   Michelle Brigman https://www.michellebrigman.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3SyYW5x Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Qt5r8s   Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg Women's Leadership Network https://womensleadershipnetwork.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg #Hardwonwisdom #womenempowerment #womanempowermentmovement

6/6/23 • 38:26

Listen to the audio version: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, and Amazon Music. https://bit.ly/3p3dUmS Our Socials:   LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3PbCFbc Michelle Brigman https://www.michellebrigman.com/ Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Qt5r8s   LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg   LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg 

5/31/23 • 43:49

We all love the person who humbles herself with self-deprecation, but the more you do it, the more you can undermine your credibility and weaken your influence. It may sound funny, but too much can cost you dearly. People begin to see you as weak or foolish. Here is a quick lesson about when and how to use self-deprecating humor so it works for you, not against you.   Listen to the audio version: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, and Amazon Music. https://bit.ly/3p3dUmS Our Socials: Fawn Germer https://www.fawngermer.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3PbCFbc Facebook: https://bit.ly/3vI9VQz   Michelle Brigman https://www.michellebrigman.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3SyYW5x Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Qt5r8s   Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg Women's Leadership Network https://womensleadershipnetwork.com/  LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg #Hardwonwisdom #womenempowerment #womanempowermentmovement

5/23/23 • 29:03

Meet Malea Guiriba, "The Pie Lady." Her mother instilled in her the belief that one person can change the world – and must. While others see this kindly woman who tries to do the right thing and help others she's actually an ass-kicking leader who risked her life over and over again to stop a secret slavery that still exists today. Talk about courage! Let Malea Guiriba teach you how to truly matter in this world. Visit her at pieintheskystjohns.org.   Available on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, and Amazon Music. https://bit.ly/3p3dUmS Our Socials: Fawn Germer https://www.fawngermer.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3PbCFbc Facebook: https://bit.ly/3vI9VQz Michelle Brigman https://www.michellebrigman.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3SyYW5x Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Qt5r8s Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg Women's Leadership Network https://womensleadershipnetwork.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg #Hardwonwisdom #womenempowerment #womanempowermentmovement

5/16/23 • 41:52

Kimberly Mahr: Beating Self-Abandonment and Claiming Your Self-Worth When you prioritize the wants, needs and feelings of others over what the inner you really wants, you can do some real damage to your identity.  Kimberly Mahr joins us today to show how to reclaim your inner self and live on the terms that matter to YOU.   Our Socials: Fawn Germer https://www.fawngermer.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3PbCFbc Facebook: https://bit.ly/3vI9VQz   Michelle Brigman https://www.michellebrigman.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3SyYW5x Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Qt5r8s Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg Women's Leadership Network https://womensleadershipnetwork.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg   VISIT our go-to psychotherapist and coach, Kimberly Mahr at https://www.bestdamnyou.com/ A lifelong entrepreneur, seasoned motivational speaker/trainer, and entrepreneurial & leadership coach, Kimberly has been working as a psychotherapist for over a decade.  She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and state approved Clinical Supervisor in AZ and licensed to provide telehealth to Florida residents as well.   #Hardwonwisdom #womenempowerment #womanempowermentmovement

5/9/23 • 45:14

Whether you are burned out at work or in your relationship, it is time to break the chains of monotony, shake things up and get your mojo back. Fawn and Michelle get real about how ruts have impacted their lives and what they have learned about rediscovering motivation and regaining momentum.   Our Socials: Fawn Germer https://www.fawngermer.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3PbCFbc Facebook: https://bit.ly/3vI9VQz   Michelle Brigman https://www.michellebrigman.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3SyYW5x Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Qt5r8s Hard Won Wisdom https://hardwonwisdom.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg Women's Leadership Network https://womensleadershipnetwork.com/ LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3BPWsdg   #Hardwonwisdom #womenempowerment #womanempowermentmovement

5/2/23 • 42:04

Marie Quintana married the love of her life one Saturday in October of 2017. Seven days later, she buried her beloved son, Danny. How she went from the highest high to the lowest low and emerged hopeful and whole. This is a heartbreaking but inspiring perspective with real advice that will change how you cope with life.

4/26/23 • 41:20

But real growth happens in the valley. Marie Quintana has been an influential senior executive at behemoth companies, but what defines her is her heart, soul and the wisdom she's gained that helps us make sense of the insanity of life. She tackles our fear of being misfits, shows how to move through adversity had gives us the power that comes through tackling obstacles instead of trying to avoid them.

4/17/23 • 43:32

Season 4, Episode 14 | Imagine how easy life would have been if we'd known all the things Fawn and Michelle had to learn the hard way. Wouldn't it be great if, right from adolescence, younger people knew this life-changing wisdom on everything from coping skills to body image to codependence to cats? Listen to what we would teach our younger selves, this week on Hard Won Wisdom.

1/31/23 • 39:38