Melanie Parish, MCC

  Pivots are breeding grounds for experimentation. As they shifted from the traditional restaurant paradigm to food takeout service, John Forcier and Jerrett Young of Equal Parts found themselves becoming dishwashers, delivery drivers, and prep cooks at various times. This is on top of the Gemba walks that they are already making so that they can really see what needs to be done around the kitchen. In this second part of their interview with Melanie Parish, John and Jerrett share how this experience of experimentation has given them a fresh eye for how work was done in the restaurant and find ways to optimize processes and offers. They also share how they...... Read More

  With the hospitality management one of the hardest hit by COVID-19 restrictions, restaurants are still barred from keeping their full capacity. For most dining establishments, pivoting to the food takeout service has allowed them to survive. In this first part of the discussion, Melanie Parish talks to John Forcier and Jerrett Young of Equal Parts about the strategies and challenges of balancing a full restaurant service and a reliable takeout service, all without losing their original branding. They talk about the process of finding the right packaging design and materials, how they see takeout service moving forward, and how they handled laying off people in the...... Read More

  It is not that easy to do a career change, especially when pivoting to a completely different industry. What does it take in terms of skills and mindset for you to be successful in such a huge shift in life? Career coach EB Sanders works with creative individuals who need guidance in this regard. She talks with Melanie Parish about her work on career development, which is now mainly done through virtual platforms due to the pandemic. EB also emphasizes the challenges faced by women, people of color, and members of the marginalized sector regarding career opportunities which, despite the increasing awareness,...... Read More

  Healthcare is not only in need of skilled practitioners but responsible leaders as well. With the right healthcare leadership in place, treatments and procedures can be rolled out quickly and safely. Delving this topic with Melanie Parish is Dan Pelino of Everyone Matters, Inc., discussing the right attitude and mindset every leader in this industry must possess to cause real change and impact. He also talks about how women leaders can think and act differently than men, the right approach to race and gender diversity in healthcare, and how he dealt with the scars of his career. Melanie and Dan also compare the healthcare...... Read More

  Despite the advanced thinking and newfound ideals of society, women leaders still struggle to break out of stereotypical thinking and discrimination within the business sector. They are still seen as inferior to men, tend to decide based on emotions alone, and are always judged based on their looks. Johanna Pagonis of Sinogap Solutions is on a mission to change all of these by empowering fellow women leaders to step up, get out of their comfort zones, and start doing something that will shake male-dominated realms. She sits down with Melanie Parish to discuss how keeping an authentic self, refusing to stay quiet...... Read More

  In today’s world of competing ideas, one unique healing and relaxation process arises – the flower remedy. Using the natural bloom, essence, and aroma of these elegant plants, emotional and psychological treatments are provided in an interesting way. Delving into this industry with Melanie Parish is the Creator of LOTUSWEI, Katie Hess. Katie shares the benefits of their available products, the leadership style that keeps her team working together, and why she welcomes skepticism with all her heart. To understand the art of flower remedy even more, Melanie takes Katie’s online flower quiz, helping the host understand how the plants...... Read More

  How can you find growth when the world has already dictated what you should become? For many women, this is a common dilemma. There is an on-going struggle to fit within the so-called standards of the world that we bury what it is that makes us happy. Debrah Mowlem, the founder of Business Ladies Forum, inspires women to forget being normal and just embrace their weird. In this episode, she joins Melanie Parish to share what is behind that philosophy and what she is currently working on to help support women enjoy life, be happy, and live their purpose. —...... Read More

  As the pandemic continues to loom over the entire world, everyone continues to depend on social media and online calls to talk with each other and even hold entire conferences. Despite this digital interaction, the connection between individuals seems to suffer and becomes less important as time goes by. Sitting down with Melanie Parish is Management Consultant and Executive Coach Liz Kislik to discuss how to make every Zoom meeting and long-distance calls meaningful and fruitful. Liz shares valuable tips on how to achieve genuine human connection in the digital setting, especially when reading the room is pretty challenging, if...... Read More

  It is hard to accept our weaknesses and failures, and as a result, our personal growth is hindered and our relationships suffer. By embracing vulnerability within ourselves, we can walk away from our past mistakes and discover our inner strengths that are yet to be showcased. Joining Melanie Parish is a leadership coach and the CEO of Meritage Leadership, Susan Drumm, to discuss how to get rid of imposter syndrome and how unlocking your full potential can open up your heart for better relationships. Susan also shares some advice on hiring coaches and the real reason you should do...... Read More

  Escape Rooms are one of the most exciting and immersive puzzle games ever conceptualized, pitting participants in challenges that tickle their minds, reflexes, and intuition. For Christina Eanes, these fun games can be utilized to improve your strategies and skills when it comes to the most stressful situations and competitive areas. The author of Life is an Escape Room joins Melanie Parish to share her discoveries on experimenting in escape rooms, offering helpful insights for team-building strategies and even couple empowerment. She also shares some tips on finding virtual escape rooms in this time of pandemic, her self-care routine, and...... Read More