Mother of four, educator, and entrepreneur Theresa Montenarello shares how she went from teacher to entrepreneur while maintaining alignment with her family, purpose, and values.

In this moment, mother, teacher, and entrepreneur ,Theresa Montenarello, talks about raising her children in a creative, collaborative, entrepreneurial environment. She discusses the dynamics of having children of varying ages, the importance of hands-on learning, and how involving her children in their business fosters responsibility and empowerment. The conversation emphasizes the significance of inviting children into family projects and entrepreneurial ventures.

In this moment, Executive Coach & Content Creator Utkarsh Narang discusses how tuning out the naysayers is critical to reinventing yourself with confidence.

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In this episode, learn how Utkarsh Narang transitioned from physical therapist to executive coach and discover how to overcome fear and societal expectations to reinvent your own career. Utkarsh shares his personal journey, emphasizing the importance of self-discovery, confidence, and embracing uncertainty. Gain valuable insights into identifying your "why", stepping outside your comfort zone, and ultimately authoring your own life story. Tune in to be inspired and empowered to create a life on your own terms.

Have you ever said you were going to do or create something and years later, you did nothing about it? Brian declared to several people he was going to launch a podcast, only to have to face those same people year after year with no progress to show. Listen in on how he finally just got started!

Summary

In this conversation, Theresa Montenarello shares her journey from growing up in New York to becoming a teacher and entrepreneur in Aruba. She discusses her experiences in the Peace Corps, her transition to teaching at an international school, and the founding of Makerpedia with her husband. The conversation highlights the challenges of building a family business, the importance of involving their children in their work, and their commitment to innovation and community engagement.

Takeaways

• Theresa's journey began in New York and led her to Thailand and Aruba.
• Teaching at an international school allowed for creative freedom in education.
• Makerpedia started as summer camps and evolved into a social impact business.
• Navigating the shift from free services to charging for their offerings was challenging.
• Involving their children in their work fosters a sense of responsibility and empowerment.
• The couple balances each other's strengths and weaknesses in their business.
• Building partnerships was crucial for the growth of Makerpedia.
• The family values of production over consumption are instilled in their children.
• Theresa's master's in STEAM helped shape their educational approach.
• Innovation and community engagement are central to their mission.

Full Episode Link: https://rogerosorio.com/thejourneytoreinvention/podcast/episode60/

Other Links

https://www.facebook.com/Makerpedia

https://www.makerpedia.info

https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresamontenarello/

Instagram: @makerpedia

About Theresa

Theresa Montenarello is an innovative educator and skilled digital designer who thrives at the intersection of creativity and technology. Originally from New York, her educational journey has taken her from enriching young minds in Thailand as a Peace Corps Volunteer to her current role at The bina School. Her previous roles encompass curriculum design, ed-tech integration, and policy development, all aimed at fostering inclusive and empowering educational environments.

Having once led the pioneering efforts at ISAonline, where she directed the integration of digital tools and project based learning into robust online learning frameworks, Theresa developed a passion for creating accessible and engaging learning environments. This experience has made her adept at tailoring educational content to diverse student needs across the globe, enhancing both engagement and learning outcomes.

Theresa is also the co-founder of Makerpedia, a vibrant platform she launched with her husband to empower creators. At Makerpedia, she leads workshops in digital design and fabrication, supports start-ups and small businesses in enhancing their digital presence and spearheads professional development sessions that equip individuals and teams with cutting-edge technologies. Rooted in their core values of curiosity, collaboration, and lifelong learning, Theresa and her husband hope to inspire a generation of makers to reshape the future.

Balancing professional achievements with personal roles, Theresa is also a proud mom of four empowered daughters. This role, her favorite role, fuels her drive to be the best version of herself personally and professionally so that she can be a role model for her daughters.

Keywords

education, entrepreneurship, family, teaching, makerspace, innovation, social impact, community, empowerment, reinvention

Summary

In this conversation, Roger Osorio speaks with Stephen Shapiro about his journey from a consultant at Accenture to a leading expert in innovation and speaking. They discuss the evolution of Shapiro's career, the importance of publishing and selling books, and how to define value in speaking engagements. Shapiro shares insights on building innovation communities, the role of professional associations, and the concept of stability in an uncertain world as presented in his book 'Pivotal'. The conversation emphasizes the importance of meandering with purpose and connecting diverse experiences to foster creativity and innovation.

Takeaways

• The journey to innovation often starts with a passion for change.
• Publishing a book can be a strategic move to enhance your speaking career.
• Selling is as important as writing when it comes to books.
• Value in speaking engagements is often defined by the impact made, not just the fee charged.
• Building a community of passionate individuals can drive innovation within organizations.
• Professional associations provide valuable networking opportunities for speakers.
• Stability in uncertain times can be achieved by focusing on what shouldn't change.
• Meandering with purpose allows for adaptability in personal and professional growth.
• Connecting diverse experiences can lead to innovative breakthroughs.
• Expertise can sometimes hinder true innovation; fresh perspectives are crucial.

About Stephen Shapiro

Stephen started his innovation work over 25 years ago while launching and leading Accenture’s 20,000-person innovation practice.

Since then, he has written seven books on innovation, including Best Practices Are Stupid, which was named the best innovation and creativity book of 2011 by Porchlight and was an international #1 business best seller.

His latest book, PIVOTAL: Creating Stability in an Uncertain World launched in June 2024.

He is also the creator of Personality Poker®, a card game used worldwide to develop high-performing innovation teams.

Stephen has presented at conferences in over 50 countries, and in 2015 was inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame.

He is also a Senior Fellow with The Conference Board.

When he’s not working with organizations helping them make the impossible possible, he enjoys dabbling in magic!

Links:

https://www.stephenshapiro.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/shapiroinnovates

Sound Bites

"You never know who's listening."

"You need that core group."

"Meander with purpose."

Keywords

innovation, reinvention, speaking career, book publishing, value definition, professional associations, stability, creativity, community building, personal growth

Summary

In this conversation, Brian Ondrako shares his transformative journey from being a golf professional to embracing entrepreneurship and personal growth. He discusses the pivotal moments that led him to explore new avenues, the importance of control in making decisions, and the mindset shifts that helped him overcome regret. Brian emphasizes the significance of awareness and action in personal development, and he recounts his experience launching the 'Just Get Started' podcast, which has become a platform for inspiring others to take the leap into the unknown.

Takeaways

• Brian's journey from golf to entrepreneurship was driven by a desire for more.
• He realized he was more than just the 'golf guy' and sought change.
• Control over decisions is crucial for personal growth.
• Opportunities often arise unexpectedly; being open-minded is key.
• Making decisions with the information at hand reduces regret.
• Awareness of one's actions is the first step to improvement.
• Starting a podcast was a significant turning point for Brian.
• Execution is more important than waiting for the perfect moment.
• Mindset shifts can transform how we view opportunities and challenges.
• Taking action leads to growth and opens doors to new possibilities.

About Brian

Brian is an Author, Writer, Podcast Host & Sales Mentor to B2B Founders and their Teams. His most important role however, and the one that gives him the most meaning is being a Dad to an amazing young boy.

Brian’s north star is to help guide busy working professionals to Just Get Started in taking control of their lives.

He believes that to discover happiness we must first be willing to discover ourselves.

Sound Bites

"You just got to get started."

"Why can't it be you?"

"Action creates mood."

Links

Website: http://brianondrako.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianondrako

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianondrako/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brianondrako

Keywords

golf, entrepreneurship, personal growth, mindset, decision making, podcasting, awareness, control, change, reinvention