Creative work can be difficult to define and categorize, after all what you’re doing has never been done before. So when Mathias Jakobsen was hired at SYPartners in NYC to imagine a way to have learning be part of the company culture, needless to say there was no use case, roadmap or an appropriate “job title” and that is just the beginning. 

Mathias Jakobsen is the creator of Think Clearly. Born in Denmark, he founded his first company at age 15, building digital solutions for companies. Powered by digital, he later branched into fashion journalism and photography before moving to New York City, where he worked as a life coach and consultant for startup CEOs and corporate executives. He has worked with Bloomberg, Google, The New York Times, Carrot Creative, Holstee, Coca-Cola, Pratt, The Wharton School, CUNY, FiftyThree and many more. Mathias has a M.Sc. degree from Aarhus University, Denmark. SOME QUESTIONS I ASKED: * Why don’t you have a title at work? * What skills do you think your kids will need 15 years from now? * Where do the ideas of who we are come from? * What was your first job? * What skill from the job do you still use today? * What does your wife say you do? 
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT: * Danish and Swiss passports * Clarity Cards * The Unstuck cards and app * Working at a job without a title * Communication and Kids * Why quitting is a good thing • • • ► If you enjoyed listening to these episodes and want to get all the show notes, resources, links, ++ visit: www.TheFramingPodcast.com or Subscribe on iTunes to get it on the GO! apple.co/2lIq46E KEEP UP WITH RICARDO TW and IG: @RicardoMcRae

Have you ever read something and felt like it was speaking directly to you? Or have you visited a website that was co compelling it made you want to buy that product or service? This week we bring creativity to life with Helen Tremethick. She craft’s your authentic brand voice, which leads to more sales for you. About Helen: 
Online communication isn’t about magic formulas or some secret stuffed into a fill-in-the-blanks template. It’s a careful balance of truth and nuance. People choose you, just as my clients choose me. And because I think backstory is important, here’s a little more about me: I built The Communications Distillery with a proprietary blend of background in communications and my experience in the non-profit sector. I’m that person who has held every imaginable position from volunteer to Executive Director, and facilitated everything from visioning and strategic planning sessions to Board Development days. Though I’ve amassed years of formal education, my pride is in my Compassionate Listening certificate, a skill I believe is integral to communications of any kind. Outside of The Communications Distillery, I am a mother, a storyteller, and a Camp Tech instructor. I believe in integrity. I like biting cherries right off the tree. My favourite chocolate is very dark and fairly traded. I have a huge soft spot for people doing good work. Maybe that’s you. If so, let’s talk next steps! • • • ► If you enjoyed this episode, Get all the show notes, video, and more at www.TheFramingPodcast.com *New episode every Monday KEEP UP WITH RICARDO Twitter: @RicardoMcRae
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It’s said that you should never talk about Politics or Religion. Well, I would also add money to that list, money is the leading cause of stress, and fights in marriages according to a CNBC article. Your upbringing, culture, life experience, social status, and even race all play a part in our individual comfort level when it comes to earning, spending, saving, giving and talking about money. So to bring a little levity and love to the topic I invited my friend and Author, Financial Therapist and Coach Bari Tessler to my podcast to talk about her new book “The Art Of Money” In this episode, you will learn how to bring creativity to our relationship with money. 
Bari Tessler Linden, MA, is a Financial Therapist, Mentor Coach and Mama-preneur. Bari’s gentle, body-centered approach weaves together personal, couple, and creative entrepreneurial money teachings into one complete tapestry. She is the founder of The Art of Money: a global, year-long money school, which integrates Money Healing, Money Practices and Money Maps. Her work has been featured on Oprah.com, Inc.com, and the Huffington Post and in US News & World Report, Reuters Money, The Fiscal Times, Experience Life Magazine, Yogi Times, Best Self Magazine and Emerging Women. Bari is also the author of The Art of Money: A Life-Changing Guide to Financial Happiness, published by Parallax Press. • • • ► If you enjoyed this episode and want to get the complete show notes, resources, links, and more go to: www.TheFramingPodcast.com *New episode every Monday

Born in New York and raised in Toronto, Hamza Khan is a multi-award winning marketer, accomplished entrepreneur, and dynamic keynote speaker. He is making waves as the co-founder of Splash Effect, a boutique digital marketing & creative agency which has helped more than 50+ clients that do good, to do better. He has worked with leading institutions and forward-thinking brands such as the Rotman School of Management, Restaurants Canada, Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment, Hootsuite, University of Toronto, RBC, and PepsiCo. He is also the Co-Founder of SkillsCamp, a soft skills training company. His newly created non-profit, Resilient 100, aims at building resilience capacity in young change leaders. Through his consulting, writing, teaching and speaking, Hamza empowers people and businesses to transform ideas into reality. He is a faculty member at Seneca College and Ryerson University, teaching courses on digital marketing and social media. He is a two-time TEDx speaker and is regularly invited by leading organisations and businesses to speak on subjects such as: how to build digital communities, the impact of personal branding, how to master productivity, navigating the multigenerational workforce, building resilience, and more. Hamza has spoken to more than 10,000 people (ranging from high school students to senior executives) across 50 events, 10 cities, and 4 continents. In 2017, he’ll be publishing his first book The Burnout Gamble. 

 SOME QUESTIONS I ASKED: * Was your confidence always there? * When have you been your most productive? * How do you prepare yourself for a job in the future 
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT: * The Imposter Complex and TEDx Talks * Hamza’s relationship with his imposter complex * What success means to Hamza * Insecurities and moving through them * Setting unreachable goals * What happens when you miss an unrealistic goal * The e-mail LOVE folder * The power of seeing yourself and mentors * How to have everything you want in life * The relationship between success and invitations • • • ► If you enjoyed this episode and want to get the complete show notes, resources, links, and more go to: www.TheFramingPodcast.com *New episode every Monday

Amanda Parris is the host of CBC Arts’ weekly TV and online series, Exhibitionists, and CBC Radio 2's Marvin's Room. Parris is an educator, accomplished actor and playwright. Descended from Grenadian and Venezuelan ancestry, Parris was born in London, England and raised on the south side of Jane Street in Toronto. Her plays have been staged at numerous theatre festivals in Canada and internationally. Over the course of her career, Parris has worked at The Remix Project and she is the co-founder of the alternative education organization Lost Lyrics. Most recently, she created The Ride or Die Project, a multi-platform initiative that produces creative content inspired by women supporting loved ones who are incarcerated. Parris studied theatre at The Lee Strasberg Institute of Film and Theatre, Theatre Ontario, b current and York University and recently completed her M.A. degree in the Sociology of Education at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. Her curriculum work was published in Rhymes to Re-Education, the first-ever Hip Hop education resource guide, created by the Ontario Ministry of Education. She is also a weekly columnist for CBC Arts. ► If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, video, and more at www.TheFramingPodcast.com or Get the show on the GO!: http://apple.co/2lIq46E *New episode every Monday

“I believe when women know who they really are when they truly love themselves, they make better decisions and live a purpose-driven, passionate life they really love.” - Karlyn Percil - Success Coach & Elephant Stories I am passionate about women – As someone who have fought for her right to be beautiful, to achieve her goals and dreams in life, to break free of the glass ceiling I allowed life’s circumstances to place on me – I have done some incredible things – from launching my day planner, opening myself up to give & receive love, to hosting my own Talk Show – & the truth is I have only just began! I am living my boldest, biggest dreams. 
 SOME QUESTIONS I ASKED: * What is your first day as an entrepreneur like? * The inspiration behind her success planner? * How do you move forward if you want certainty? 
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT: * Learning to climb with caution * How her parents influenced her life today * What Karlyn learned from her dad’s job as a farmer * About saying yes before you’re ready * Her daily routine for success * Being intentional with your time and life * How she applied her experiences and training from corporate to her business * What is the CEP model and life limits (Cultural, Experiential, Perception) * Pushing past your limits * The law of action ► If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, video, and more at www.TheFramingPodcast.com *New episode every Monday

Stuart Knight is an award winning entrepreneur, critically acclaimed author, and hit producer. He has written, produced and starred in live presentations that have been seen by over one million people and each year speaks internationally helping some of the world’s biggest companies reach new levels of success. When he is not on the road speaking, you may have seen or heard him on some of Canada’s biggest TV and Radio stations where he is often asked for his expert opinion on high level communication. He is the author of two profound books, You Should Have Asked – The Art of Powerful Conversation and The Madness of My Mind. He is also the founder of one Canada’s biggest speaking extravaganzas called The Top Ten Event, which has garnered over twenty million media impressions.

Len Henry is a fashion expert, consultant, creative director and producer. He is the Founder Director of Delectant Life/Style. 
Len has traveled extensively across Canada, the U.S., Europe and the Far East, creating events for brands such as: Joseph Abboud, Absolut, Aveda, The Bay, Bench, Benneton, the City of Toronto, Civello, Esprit, La Senza, Northbound Leather, Levis, Parasuco, Puma, Paul Smith, Smirnoff, The Toronto Fashion Incubator; Canadian Living, Elle, GQ, Fashion and Flare. He found early success as a maestro of grand scale productions: Matinee Fashion Ready-To-Wear Canadian spring and fall collections; StreetStyle, a two-day, alternative fashion, street festival; LuminaTO/Harbourfront Centre Fashion Stylist Competition; and multi-media events: Smirnoff International Fashion Awards, BBPA’s Harry Jerome Awards, Women in Film and Television – Toronto’s Crystal Awards, South African Women for Women Awards and Canadian Living Magazine’s Me To We Awards. He has won numerous awards and nominations from BravoFACT!, VideoFACT and the MMVAs. He was instrumental in Yorkdale Shopping Centre’s winning of an ICSC Maxi Award for fashion promotion. And he conceptualized and directed ‘The Wall of Fashion’ for Markville Shopping Centre, which also won an ICSC Award of Merit that same year. 
Both Len and his work have been featured regularly on Fashion Television, City Line and another networks. He was a Fashion Expert on W’s How To Look Good Naked. SOME QUESTIONS I ASKED: * What does creativity mean to you? * Were you a fan of school * How important is your reputation in being successful * As a mentor how do you transfer the idea of creativity to mentees 
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT: * Why his Grandmother was one of his biggest influence * How he got into modelling * How architecture influenced him * Translating one experience/skill into another opportunity * What you have to put your own brand on what you do * Protecting your ideas in business * Why Culture beats technology * The connection between Mike Tyson, Comedy and Design SHOW RESOURCES:
 Site : Delectant.com Instagram: @Delectants Facebook Facebook.com/delectant Twitter @Delectant
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As a Nutritionist focusing on Chinese Nutrition Therapy and owner of Sexy Food Therapy Inc., Melissa Ramos’ helps people feel sexy from the inside out with a focus on digestion and hormone imbalances. She is a regular expert on CTV's The Social, has been a TED speaker and has been named one of Canada’s up-and-coming health and wellness stars by FLARE magazine. Ramos is an official health writer for Huffington Post and has appeared on CBC’s, Steven & Chris, CHUM and Virgin Radio. Her popular “Quickie” newsletter videos provide people with an opportunity to get their weekly fix by offering food, supplement and lifestyle tips in an unconventional but engaging way. Melissa’s passion is infectious and her continual dedication is to inspire, empower and motivate as many women throughout the globe. SOME QUESTIONS I ASKED: * How did you get into TCM * When did you start creating videos on YouTube * How have Instagram stories and live video change the game * How much of your real life do you broadcast * Why do we have addictions * Do you focus on the negative comments online * What did you give up to have what you have now * What’s your greatest asset 
 
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT: * Why mental health makes the difference * How Sexy Food Therapy really got started * What she still uses from an old relationship * Her RED couch and her youtube channel * Her DIY solution to too much light in her kitchen * Her framework for creating YouTube videos * The Vitamix dildo story * Why live video is completely different to pre-recorded * Why we have addictions and food * Haters, constructive criticism and what to do with them * What she sacrificed in her relationship for her business * How she learned to love herself * How rituals can transform your life * What makers her stand out in her niche • • • • • If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, video, and more at http://www.TheFramingPodcast.com (E 007) or Get it on the GO! http://apple.co/2lIq46E *New episode every Monday KEEP UP WITH RICARDO @RicardoMcRae on Twitter and Instagram

Sathish Bala is an entrepreneur, mentor, and Founder of DesiFEST. Basically, he is a serial entrepreneur, that loves finding new problems to solve, developing deep relationships with partners and clients and challenging his fears. As a 'digital' native with a drive to understand real human connection and behaviour Sathish blends uncommon worlds as he creates new realities with music and business. SOME QUESTIONS I ASKED: How has your early childhood shaped who you are today Was creativity valued in Singapore How did you translate skills from being a DJ into business success Do young people understand they are handing out flyers What was your first job What did you learn from your first job that you still use today IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT: What make Sathish tick How he overcame shyness The real reason he created DesiFEST How DesiFEST was inspired by his experiences growing up. What he wants out of life What it was like being caned in school What do I really believe right now? How self-questioning completely changed his life Why he started DJ-ing and playing Basketball His dreams he had as a 5yr old of being in front of thousands The core philosophy in all his businesses What he’s really afraid of How hard it is to work at McDonald’s If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, video, and more at www.TheFramingPodcast.com or Get it on the GO! http://apple.co/2lIq46E *New episodes every Monday KEEP UP WITH RICARDO @RicardoMcRae on TW & IG

Recognizing the potential for hip hop to transcend intergenerational barriers, Dr. Mark Campbell, Ontario Certified school teacher and Professor at Ryerson University, and his team, created the Northside Hip Hop Archive (NSHH) and a series of accompanying archival exhibits to re-engage students at all grade levels and preserve an integral piece of Canadian history. The NSHH is intended to be a tool to produce engaging, new curriculum content for school boards across Canada. The “I Was There” project celebrates the accomplishments of little-known hip-hop legends in Canada, adding personalised archival collections and narration to the existing archival content on nshharchive.ca. This year’s exhibits will be held in Montreal, Saskatoon, Hamilton and Toronto. Participants have included legendary Canadian names in hip hop such as: Dalton Higgins, Citizen Kane, Ghetto Concept, Michie Mee, Kardi, K’naan, Dream Warriers, Saukrates, Shad, DJ Ron Nelson, Leon’ Eklipz’ Robinson, DJ Kool Herc and more. SOME QUESTIONS I ASKED: What does it mean to archive How do you decide what to archive How is value Created How much of hip-hop is anti or counter something. When money meets the music, does the music change? CHRY’s role in Canadian hip-hop How do you maintain integrity in the face of money? IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT: About remix culture and DJ’s How people on the margins of society use hip-hop to communicate Making history accessible What is Hip-Hop still here and why does it matter to young people Why Hip-Hop is a Battle and it’s quality control How Chance the Rapper changed the game What you don’t have to make money to be relevant Effective Guerrilla Marketing Why 2Pac was an average MC If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, video, and more at www.TheFramingPodcast.com or Get it on the GO! http://apple.co/2lIq46E *New episode every Monday KEEP UP WITH RICARDO TW and IG: @RicardoMcRae

Duane was born and raised in Bermuda and moved to Halifax to pursue a degree in Communication Design at the Nova Scotia Scotia College of Art and Design. He's worked as an artist and designer since graduating from NSCAD in 2004. Comic book art influenced a lot of Duane's early creative work. Later in life, hip hop and Swiss design would also have an impact. SOME QUESTIONS I ASKED: How did you find your creative voice? Finish this sentence... Broke “_____” What were some challenges you faced with launching a clothing line How did you bridge Art and commerce as a creative business owner How do you start a conversation with a client to try something different Have you ever made a decision from your gut without research to back it up? IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT: Why he says Go big or Go home About his frustration with the creative industry How he came up with Art Pays Me and the Woke collection What happens in life when you focus? What if a designer was at the head of a company making decisions? Why Design is a competitive advantage in business What happens to his creativity at art school What to do when you have complete creative freedom on a project Why he gave up playing Xbox, but still keeps his membership What Dwayne learned about his dad after his father passed away Why he’s obsessed with legacy • • • • • If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, video, and more at www.TheFramingPodcast.com or Get it on the GO! http://apple.co/2lIq46E *New episode every Monday KEEP UP WITH RICARDO TW and IG: @RicardoMcRae

Rookz is an unlikely business woman. Leaving home at the age os 14 and then dropping out of school in Grade 9. She is an unlikely success story, which makes her achievements all the more compelling. From working on a worm farm to sleeping on couches to giving up her dog - Nothing was going to hold her back from success... OUR GUEST Kiana 'ROOKZ' Eastmond: @rookzie In 2012, Kiana 'Rookz' Eastmond had just closed her first major business transaction with Drake for Rocnation after a whirlwind summer as an artist manager for one of Toronto's most recognised female vocalist. The success she was experiencing lead her to work with Raekwon, Kardinal Offishall, Vivian Scott Chew and many others. It was at that time that she was able to recognise that there was no infrastructure developed in Canada for the successful growth of Urban artists. It was that deficit in a country full of talent that inspired Kiana to open Sandbox Studios. SOME QUESTIONS I ASKED What does creativity mean to you? What's behind, the name sandbox studios? The biggest moment in her career with Drake and how it came to be? IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT: Her thoughts on Millennials and their skills Her true super power Why her business has a minimum wage rule • • • • • If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, video, and more at www.TheFramingPodcast.com or Get it on the GO! http://apple.co/2lIq46E *New episode every Monday KEEP UP WITH RICARDO TW and IG: @RicardoMcRae

How do you double your child’s success in school using “The Strategic Parent Experience” Dwayne has a FREE e-course to show you exactly how to do just that. Dwayne Matthews is a life and education strategist, founder at dwaynematthews.life, and creator of “The Strategic Parent Experience™” He helps parents and teachers understand big changes in curriculum and how to help their children thrive in the next 20 years. • • • • • If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, video, and more at www.TheFramingPodcast.com or Get it on the GO! http://apple.co/2lIq46E *New episodes every Monday KEEP UP WITH RICARDO TW and IG: @RicardoMcRae

Tanya Geisler is a Leadership Coach and this episode we uncover the "12 Lies of The Imposter Complex" "The voice in our head stops your achieving greatness and your creativity." Tanya Geisler is Leadership Coach (CPCC) with a penchant for clarity and an abhorrence of the Impostor Complex. She’s coached hundreds of high-performers combat the Impostor Complex so they can step into the starring roles of their lives and achieve their ultimate goals. If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, video, and more at: http://www.TheFramingPodcast.com or get The Framing Podcast on the GO!: http://apple.co/2lIq46E *New episode every Monday*

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