Aicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence. In this exhilarating installment of Business as UNusual, our host Aicila is joined by the formidable Gwendolyn R. Houston-Jack, a beacon of inspiration in both personal development and the business realm. They dive into the extraordinary similarities between running marathons and navigating the entrepreneurial landscape, shedding light on the significance of embracing one's unique pace and the power of positive self-talk. Listeners are sure to walk away feeling empowered and equipped to tackle their business challenges with the same determination and resilience as that of a marathon runner. Join us as we uncover the untapped potential within and discuss how to apply it to our lives and businesses.Topics discussed in this episode:- The Inspiration of Pace Runners: Motivating Without Mimicking [02:15]- Embracing Your Gifts and the Rejuvenation of Self-Talk [07:40]- The Power of Affirmations and Shifting Your Mindset for Success [12:20]- When to Change Gears: Respecting Timing in Coaching & Business [17:30]- The Symphony of Accountability and Communication in Professional Growth [23:50]- Rigor in Process Documentation and the Necessity for Adaptability [30:05]- Lifelong Learners: How Mentorship Shapes Entrepreneurial Journeys [34:30]- Aicila's Reflections on Intuition and Explicit Processes in Leadership [38:42]- Gwendolyn's Multi-Faceted Career: From Teaching to Career Coaching [42:15]- Directness in Communication: The Art of Understanding and Timing [47:00]- Let’s Connect: Gwendolyn's Invitation for Genuine Engagement [52:55]Resources mentioned in this episode:- Link to Gwendolyn R. Houston-Jack's LinkedIn Profile [53:10]- Follow Gwendolyn on Instagram as "black power bunny" [54:30]Episode transcript:The full transcript of this insightful and inspiring conversation with Gwendolyn R. Houston-Jack is available at https://app.castmagic.io/share/f9a521ca-767f-41f9-a303-10acd1ee5204?ai_content=false&magic_chat=falseWebsitehttps://houjackdms.comContactLinkedIn: Gwendolyn R Houston-JackLinksYouTube: @houjackdms | YouTube: @grhoustonjack | IG: blackpowerbunnyLightly edited and produced by BiCurean Consulting, BiCurean.com. #entrepreneurs #podcast #women #leadership #BiCurean #BAU #businessasunusual #mindsetshift #affirmations #careercoach  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.