In our 16th episode, we talk about unlocking the power of people with Tara Nesser of LevelUp. She is a seasoned People Operations leader with a rich background in hyper-growth tech startups and a track record of success in talent strategy, training, and development. Tara understands the critical importance of investing in the right individuals to drive productivity and achieve success. However, she has also witnessed the challenges faced by emerging leaders and the unfortunate outcomes of failing teams. Fortunately, Tara is here to share her insights and introduce us ways to empower founders, leaders, and managers to cultivate a high-achieving mindset and acquire the essential skills necessary to build exceptional teams and businesses. Join us as Tara's firsthand experience confirms the profound impact of motivated collaboration. Get ready for an enlightening conversation ahead!

Join us on the 15th episode of Successfully Depressed as Kerry engages in a captivating conversation with Geoff Carlston—a remarkable individual who embodies the roles of a father, husband, explorer, and dreamer. Geoff's extraordinary life experiences range from being a collegiate coach to a Peace Corps Volunteer, an educator, and a mediator.

Throughout his journey, Geoff has had the privilege of working closely with diverse groups of people, including gangs, professional athletes, CEO's, Buddhist monks, and individuals grappling with depression. His unwavering purpose on this Earth is to guide others towards profound experiences of love, compassion, and unwavering optimism.

In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into topics such as coaching with grace, surmounting life's obstacles, understanding internal and external identities, and embracing a life driven by curiosity, compassion, and kindness. Tune in to gain valuable insights and be inspired by Geoff's profound wisdom and transformative perspectives.

In our 14th episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Reggie Wideman, a seasoned professional with experience ranging from start-ups to tech and marketing for renowned brands such as Nike, Salesforce, and Marvel. Reggie's passion for building relationships is matched only by his appreciation for the serenity that follows a job well done. Throughout his career, he has remained committed to making a positive impact on the world around him. Join us as we delve into Reggie's strategies for managing anxiety, insights on current corporate mental health trends, and his advocacy work, including the annual video series, "One Minute for Mental Health," released during Mental Health Awareness Month (#MHAM).

Brittany Smith, an ADHD, Productivity, and Technology Coach from Portland, Oregon, uses cognitive science to help people with ADHD be more productive in their daily lives, with or without technology. She creates videos and courses with pop culture references to make the process enjoyable and reduce stress. On the podcast, Brittany and Kerry, who both have ADHD, discuss various related topics, including What ADHD is, Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, Time Blindness, and Decision Fatigue. Tune in to learn how to get more done with less stress, and to gain insights into living with ADHD.

In our 12th episode, Kerry interviews Jason Komosa, who has spent over 15 years helping brands like Vitamin Water and Groupon with their Sales, Go-to-Market, and Growth strategies. But by age 30 he experienced severe burnout, which led him to seek a mental health coach and ultimately becoming a coach himself. In this conversation, Jason and Kerry talk about creative ways to get a job or sales meeting, the two problems in the world, and parenting yourself.

In our 11th episode, Kerry interviews Eloise Hoatlin, Who found fitness about 10 years ago as an essential part of a recovery from addiction and to support her own mental health. Her passion for self-improvement and helping others out has led her to become a certified drug and alcohol counselor, a certified personal trainer, and recently a small business owner off east side kettlebell collective.

In our 10th episode, Kerry interviews Andrea Niles, PhD, who is the CEO and founder of Prospera Mental Health and Wellness, a leader in providing high-quality, affordable mental health care. We discuss what cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is and how we can use it to treat depression and anxiety.

In our ninth episode, Kerry interviews Kent Lewis who is the CMO of Anvil/Deksia, a marketing agency specializing in strategy-driven creative. We discuss why he rebuilt Anvil in 2013 for his own mental health. Or as he calls it his Jerry Maguire moment. Which turned out to be the best thing for him and his business.

In our 8th episode, Kerry interviews Dr. Jessi Gold MD, MS who is a nationally recognized expert on healthcare worker mental health and burnout (particularly during the pandemic). She is an Assistant Professor and the Director of Wellness, Engagement, and Outreach in the Department of Psychiatry at Washington University School of Medicine in Saint Louis. Dr. Gold also writes for the popular press and has been featured in, among others, The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, TIME, Self, and InStyle.

In this episode we discuss:

What is burnout?

How to prevent it

How to seek help

Depression vs burnout

Programming Your Day Base On What You Need

In our 7th episode, Kerry interviews Erin Callinan who is the founder of Beneath The Brave, whose mission is to amplify workplaces, careers, and lives through strengthening mental health. In this episode we learn about what Mental Health First Aid is, Who to safely talk to at work about your mental health, your rights under the Americans With Disabilities Act, and resources to make this difficult task more manageable.