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December 2021: Authentic, With or Without a Mask

December guest, Kristin VanderSchick with host Jen Coyne

Just in time for Christmas, Jen has a gift for you: a brand new episode of Authenticity Matters. For December 2021, Jen’s guest is financial advisor Kristin VanderSchick. Jen and Kristin delve into money, identity, and authenticity. Also, they dig into the concept of wearing “masks” that represent different aspects to one’s identity, and whether you can live authentically as more of a chameleon. No tropical drinks were harmed in the recording of this episode.

December Show

November 2021: Lessons Learned

November guest Brian Stinson and host Jen Coyne, along with other previous Authenticity Matters guests

This month marked Episode 29 of Authenticity Matters. Jen had wanted to recap what she’d learned so far and what questions remained to be answered as she passed the 2 year mark of doing the show.

The two year mark passed in June but finally, this month, the opportunity presented itself to present this topic. November 2021 also coincidentally marks the 5 year anniversary of co-founding The PEAK Fleet, with Authenticity being one of our four core values. To mark that occasion as well, I invited my co-founder Brian Stinson back on the show to gain his perspectives on what he has learned about authenticity over the past 5 years as we have been on our business journey together. We hear from him throughout the show. We going talked about what authenticity is or isn’t, how to make shifts to being more authentic, and tips for maintaining the momentum.

November Show

September 2021: Authentic Groundbreaker

Evelyn Magley, CEO and owner of The Basketball League

For September’s show, Jen welcomed Evelyn Magley to Authenticity Matters. Evelyn is the CEO of The Basketball League and is distinguished as the first woman in the world to own a professional men’s sports league. She’s an amazing example of a groundbreaker and a role model of authenticity.

September Show

August 2021: Kind & Generous Authenticity

Terrance Moses, Kenton Neighborhood Association Chair and founder of Neighbors Helping Neighbors PDX

Terry Toland during his Border to Bay fundraising bike ride

This month’s focus is on the kindness and generosity of community builders. Our first guest is is North Portland’s Terrance Moses. Terrance is a leader in Kenton neighborhood in Portland and founder of Neighbors Helping Neighbors. 

The second segment features the Border to Bay bike ride benefitting Martha’s Pantry. Terry and Diane Toland explain how the bike ride came about and why they are so passionate about giving back to the community they have called home for more than 20 years.

If you’re interested to learn more, volunteer, or contribute to their efforts please visit:

https://www.facebook.com/NeighborsHelpingNeighborsPDX/

https://www.border-to-bay.com/

August Show

July 2021: Problem Solving

Chis Croteau and Jen Coyne record the July episode of Authenticity Matters at the XRAY studios in Portland, OR

July 2021’s show features C3, Portland/Vancouver-based Chris Croteau: problem solver, business founder, entrepreneur. We discuss the merits of being a strong problem solver and also how it can get in the way of finding your own true path. Jen also learns about C3’s newest venture: Sodajoy.com, a new type of canned cocktail.

July Show

June 2021: Authentic Branding

June guest, Julie Eickhof

This month is our first show at a new time with a one hour format! We’re excited to dig in more deeply with our guests and spread a little more musical cheer as well. For June’s show we’re talking about Authentic Branding, for yourself or your organization, with branding expert Julie Eickhof. Julie has a terrific perspective on honoring your own authenticity as well as honoring and seeing others for their authentic selves.

Learn more about Julie’s company at www.brandmechanic.com

June Show

May 2021 was a replay of January 2020: New Awakenings

April 2021 was a live fundraiser for KRAY.FM

March 2021: Mentoring Makes a Difference

March guest, Janet Birgenheier

This month Jen welcomes author and career coach Janet Birgenheier. Janet has benefitted from mentorship in her career and has brought her story and others in the Pacific Northwest to life in her book “The Mentoring Difference”. You’ll hear tips on finding your own mentor and how it connects to living authentically.

Janet Birgenheier’s book can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08JVSPVM8/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_2BKV0VGA6A2Z4DC78KFK

Learn about her coaching services here: https://meaningfulwork.coach

Show edit: Donna Sinclair’s second mentor was Jackie Peterson, not Jackie Lang as noted in the show.

March Show

February 2021: The Authenticity of Change

Authenticity Matters’ guest for February, Clif Cannon

This month, Clif Cannon joins Jen to talk about his personal journey and how authenticity has played a role in his life. Is he a dancer, lawyer, father, partner? Yes, all that and more. The common thread is always Clif. Listen to hear Clif’s unique perspective on authenticity and how being authentic can be about growth.

To find out more about Clif Cannon, visit his website:

https://www.queerpathscoaching.com

February Show

January 2021: New Beginnings

Dr. Carol Parker Walsh and Jen Coyne outside the KXRW studios in Vancouver, WA.

January is all about “new beginnings” and wow do we need some new beginnings after the trials and tribulations of 2020! This month Jen welcomes Dr. Carol Parker Walsh, a dynamic speaker, career strategist and coach, and personal branding expert. She has an inspirational story and fantastic advice for making changes in your life and career.

To find out more about Dr. Walsh, visit her website at:
https://www.carolparkerwalsh.com

January Show