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Connect the Dots - Lead the Way

Heather Balcerekthepolkadotdesk.substack.com
Are you trying to be a better leader, change industries, reset after a layoff, or looking for ways to bring your whole self to work? Connect the Dots - Lead the Way  is focused on helping you through these situations and more by sharing real life stories and practical tips. Heather is here to support you through coaching and mentorship, along with some amazing guests along the way.

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Episodes

Day 13: Quote of the Day

Send us a text Emily Ley said, "You have the freedom to design a life that is beautiful and filling and impactful." This quote has always reminded me that life should be those 3 things, beautiful, filling, and impactful. How are you working to design your life? Love and Blessings, Heather Social Links @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast @polkadotdesk thepolkadotdesk.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If...

Jan 22, 20225 min

Day 12: Quote of the Day

Send us a text Today's quote is from Margaret Thatcher: You may have to fight the battle more than once to win it. Love and Blessings, Heather Social Links @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast @polkadotdesk thepolkadotdesk.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Jan 21, 20225 min

Day 11: Quote of the Day

Send us a text Today we kick off 10 days of quotes and commentary. Our first quote is: "Just because something is popular doesn’t mean you have to buy it. Life isn’t about doing what everyone else is doing. It’s about doing your own thing. Anything that doesn’t align with who you are isn’t worth doing. Do what feels right for you. You have a little voice in your heart that tells you what the right thing is. Don’t ignore it. Follow it even if that means doing something unusual, something that no ...

Jan 20, 20227 min

Day 10

Send us a text Today I’m breaking down the upcoming themes for the rest of the 100 Days of Podcasts. Make sure you are getting into the conversation over on IG and FB too. Love and blessings, Heather Social Links: @msheatherbdot @connectthedots_podcast @polkadotdesk thepolkadotdesk.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, v...

Jan 19, 20227 min

Day 9

Send us a text Now that we are into mid-Jan, I have my 2022 goals and vision board ready to go. Let’s breakdown my 2022 goals together! Love and blessings, Heather --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Jan 18, 202218 min

Day 8

Send us a text I definitely made my share of purchases in 2021. Today I’m sharing some of my favorites. Love and blessings, Heather --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Jan 17, 202215 min

Day 7

Send us a text Have you ever pondered the meaning of your name? Come along and let’s talk about it. Love and blessings, Heather --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Jan 16, 202211 min

Day 6

Send us a text Let’s wrap up my list of books from 2021. I read/listened to 17 books last year. Here’s a list to inspire your 2022 reading. Love and blessings, Heather --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Jan 15, 202215 min

Day 5

Send us a text It’s Friday! Let’s celebrate! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Jan 14, 20223 min

Day 4

Send us a text I had big goals for the books I wanted to read in 2021. Did I read them all? Love and blessings, Heather --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Jan 13, 20229 min

Day 3

Send us a text Today I do a run down of my 2021 resolutions and vision board. Let’s see how I did. Love and blessings, Heather --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Jan 12, 202219 min

Day 2

Send us a text Today we play catch up on work, health, and travel from 2021. Love and blessings, Heather --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Jan 11, 202218 min

Day 1

Send us a text Hey there! I'm so excited to be back on the podcast and kick off 2022 with 100 new episodes. That's right...100 days of podcasts. These should be 5-15 minutes each so you can listen while you make coffee or take a break. I look forward to connecting the dots over the next 100 days. Love and blessings, Heather --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscri...

Jan 10, 20222 min

Sunday Thoughts

Send us a text First off, pardon the sniffles and my tears during this episode. I wanted to share a quote from Emily Let’s new book, Growing Boldly, which lead into some discussion about how things have been going lately. We are all going through a lot. There are lots of feelings and emotions associated with the state of our personal worlds and the world in general. Hopefully you can relate to as well to how I’ve been feeling. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/con...

Apr 18, 202118 min

Coffee Talk: Be kind and love one another

Send us a text I went live on IG this morning for a Coffee Talk session. Come along and listen as I process through a few things. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Dec 11, 202027 min

24: Purpose, Clarity, and the Unhurried Life with Jen Brazeal

Send us a text Today is a podcast in the making for almost a year. I was finally able to sit down with Jen Brazeal. Jen and I met at Blissdom in Nov 2019. Jen has such a sweet soul and is on a mission to help others find an unhurried lifestyle. But Jen didn’t get to this spot overnight, she was a teacher and photographer, an author, and now podcast host! She shared her journey with me and along the way gave such good insight on how to find purpose and clarity. I hope you enjoy this girl talk ses...

Dec 02, 202051 min

23: Divine Discontent w/Kaytie Fiedler

Send us a text Today, I welcome Kaytie Fiedler to the show. She is the owner of Epic Events Global and the US Executive Director for Open Arms in Kenya. She and I had this conversation back in April but the message is still timely. She is an amazing woman, whose story will inspire you. Sit back and enjoy our conversation. Let me know your thoughts over on social media! Let's get ready to connect the dots! XO, Heather Social Links: @msheatherbdot @polkadotdesk thepolkadotdesk.com --- Support this...

Nov 18, 20201 hr 2 min

22: Seeking to understand w/April Corbett: A conversation about race

Send us a text Today, I welcome April Corbett to the show. She is an engineer, project manager, and an amazing creative. April and I met at Blissdom back in November 2019. I was instantly drawn to her message. Back in the early summer after as the civil unrest in the US was boiling over, I reached out to April to have a conversation. A conversation about race, specifically. As a white woman, I knew I needed to take a step back to listen and learn. April was kind enough to spend time talking with...

Nov 11, 20201 hr 1 min

21: Burn the Boats

Send us a text Episode 21: Burn the Boats Today I’m going to give you the run down of our recent move to Florida. I’m excited to share this experience with you and kick off a new “season” of the Connect the Dots podcast. I called this episode Burn the Boats because essentially that’s kind of what has happened. If you have never heard this phrase or one like burn the bridge, it alludes to famous incidents where a commander would land in hostile territory and order his men to burn their ships. It’...

Nov 04, 202036 min

Finding Peace

Send us a text I know it’s been a minute since my last podcast but this was on my heart to share all day. Hope you find encouragement! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Aug 08, 202019 min

Just a hello.

Send us a text I’m currently on vacation but wanted to take a minute to say hello. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Jul 03, 20202 min

Kind Words

Send us a text Proverbs 16:24 says, “Kind words are like honey - sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Jun 23, 202043 sec

Let’s do the heart work.

Send us a text Tonight I wanted to share a couple of paragraphs from Lisa Whittle’s book, “Jesus Over Everything.” This really spoke to me as I read it last night and I hope it encourages you. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Jun 19, 202010 min

Things I learned this week

Send us a text Reflecting on all the things that I have been learning this past week in today's episode. I know I will probably still say something wrong or not acknowledge something I should, but I want you to know that I care. I care about you. If you are reading this or listening to this podcast, I care about you. I want this world to be a better place. Here is a link to the book I'm currently listening to: https://www.meandwhitesupremacybook.com Romans 12:8-13 says “Love must be sincere. Hat...

Jun 10, 202015 min

Processing the past week's events.

Send us a text We are all processing the events in this nation. I woke up Sunday with these words are my heart. I want you to know that I see you. I honor you. I stand with you. I love you. Heather --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepolkadotdesk.substack.com Support the show...

Jun 01, 202017 min

A Memorial Day Tribute

Send us a text Well today is Memorial Day and I wanted to share something that really impacted me this past week. It's the story/meaning of the Fallen Soldier table. I didn't know this story. I hate that it took me 36 years to know this story. I recorded this podcast while doing an IG Live so if you want to check that out head over to @msheatherbdot. I warn you there are lots of tears. I tried my best to keep it together but this just wrecked me. Sending love to those who have lost loved ones! T...

May 25, 20208 min

Podcast Update!

Send us a text Today is just a quick run down of some upcoming changes to the podcast. As I take the next month or so to update the format and get some topics done, I'm going to be sharing shorter podcasts. Once I get everything updated, we are moving to Wednesdays!! During the next few weeks, I also would love to hear from you. What are you struggling with? What can topics are you interested in? How can we connect the dots together? Send me a message on IG or Facebook. You can also reach me via...

May 18, 20207 min

20: For the Graduates

Send us a text On today's episode, I'm giving a commencement speech for those who are graduating in 2020. So many graduations have been cancelled or postponed due to the guidelines around COVID-19, I wanted to take a moment to help offer some advice for those moving into a new chapter of their lives. One of the phases I say several time in the episode is "Bet on you." You have over come so much in this last semester of your education. You have grown more than you realize. Bet on you. You can han...

May 11, 202015 min

19: Speaking & Socks w/Carrie Grace

Send us a text Today, I bring you my conversation with Carrie Grace. I met her at Blissdom back in November of 2019. Her website tag line describes her perfectly, “encourager, motivational speaker, & believer in kindness.” She sat down with me to talk all things speaking and socks. Do these two things seem related? Maybe not now, but they will after you listen to the podcast. We talked about how she got her start in speaking and the process of preparing. She gave some behind the scenes of cr...

May 04, 202053 min

18: You are not a failure.

Send us a text Today we talk about the feelings that can come up when made a mistake or don’t meet a goal. That feeling of failing can be destructive if you aren’t careful. It can derail future progress. It can move you from a positive outlook to a negative spiral. But I want you to know that… You. Are. Not. A. Failure. You may make a mistake or miss a goal, but you can take the steps to learn from it and come out on the other side wiser and stronger than ever. Henry Ford said, “The only real mi...

Apr 27, 202016 min
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