https://simplecast.com The Skill Set What are the skills that inform your work, your life, your direction? Call them street smarts, emotional intelligence, soft skills, or pure grit: beyond the degrees, certifications, and resume items lies a different — perhaps more important — world of abilities. These are the skills that truly make us good at what we do, and offer clues to who we are and where we might be headed. Host Cheryl S. Durst, Executive VP, and CEO of the International Interior Design Association has spent a lifetime fascinated by the backstories that reveal where those foundational skills come from. With SkillSet, she taps into those stories to uncover the not-so-apparent abilities that power success. Ever wonder what a NASCAR pit crew chief, an orchestra conductor and a surgeon have in common? Pondering how to tap your team’s hidden talents? Considering whether your own skills might equip you for a whole other career (or a whole other life)? SkillSet explores the fascinating landscape of talent, creativity, and ability through a lens that’s set to “wide-open and deeply curious.” Come join us — and discover your own SkillSet along the way. imagineaplace en Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:19:24 +0000 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:00:11 +0000 https://skill-set.simplecast.com The Skill Set https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/153c1a70-8356-47f9-b12f-e132707d5ea1/1cf3f3b7-e4ab-4171-ae61-3aa1ca64934a/3000x3000/ss-skill-set-cover-art-opt-2-02.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://skill-set.simplecast.com episodic What are the skills that inform your work, your life, your direction? Call them street smarts, emotional intelligence, soft skills, or pure grit: beyond the degrees, certifications, and resume items lies a different — perhaps more important — world of abilities. These are the skills that truly make us good at what we do, and offer clues to who we are and where we might be headed. Host Cheryl S. Durst, Executive VP, and CEO of the International Interior Design Association has spent a lifetime fascinated by the backstories that reveal where those foundational skills come from. With SkillSet, she taps into those stories to uncover the not-so-apparent abilities that power success. Ever wonder what a NASCAR pit crew chief, an orchestra conductor and a surgeon have in common? Pondering how to tap your team’s hidden talents? Considering whether your own skills might equip you for a whole other career (or a whole other life)? SkillSet explores the fascinating landscape of talent, creativity, and ability through a lens that’s set to “wide-open and deeply curious.” Come join us — and discover your own SkillSet along the way. Imagine a Place Productions false https://feeds.simplecast.com/Fwz_Yxkv Aaron Estabrook aestabrook@ofs.com ec72c6a2-ccbb-40b5-9d43-3d42f5f3aeb1 Always a Bridesmaid: A Skill Set Vignette In this episode, Cheryl shares a memorable story from her past that highlights unexpected twists and enduring reflections. Join Cheryl for a compelling conversation that touches on vulnerability, beauty, and the lasting impact of a single moment.

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]]> Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:19:24 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Cheryl Durst, Adriana Morton) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/always-a-bridesmaid-a-skill-set-vignette-uQBib_22 In this episode, Cheryl shares a memorable story from her past that highlights unexpected twists and enduring reflections. Join Cheryl for a compelling conversation that touches on vulnerability, beauty, and the lasting impact of a single moment.

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]]> Always a Bridesmaid: A Skill Set Vignette Cheryl Durst, Adriana Morton 00:12:20 In this episode, Cheryl shares a memorable story from her past that highlights unexpected twists and enduring reflections. Join Cheryl for a compelling conversation that touches on vulnerability, beauty, and the lasting impact of a single moment. In this episode, Cheryl shares a memorable story from her past that highlights unexpected twists and enduring reflections. Join Cheryl for a compelling conversation that touches on vulnerability, beauty, and the lasting impact of a single moment. bridesmaid, the skill set, skill set vignette, vignette, podcast, story false full 21 9b323fa8-2dd2-46ab-829a-b4198de63234 Sneaker Design: The Skill of Aesthetic Storytelling and Cultural Interpretation Cheryl Durst’s latest conversation is with Solomon Renfro, a talented sneaker designer at New Balance, who shares his unique journey from studying interior architecture to becoming a footwear visionary. Solomon and Cheryl dig into the psychology behind fashion choices and the cultural significance of sneakers. With keen observations on trends, human behavior, and the art of design, Solomon offers insights into the creative process of crafting sneakers that resonate with diverse audiences. From dissecting iconic styles to exploring the subtleties of materiality and color, this episode unveils the meticulous skill required to tell compelling stories through design. Join Cheryl and Solomon as they unravel the layers of meaning woven into every sneaker, celebrating the craft of transforming functional footwear into cultural emblems.

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]]> Tue, 9 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Cheryl Durst, Solomon Renfro, Adriana Morton) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/sneaker-design-the-skill-of-aesthetic-storytelling-and-cultural-interpretation-f5jztbYQ Cheryl Durst’s latest conversation is with Solomon Renfro, a talented sneaker designer at New Balance, who shares his unique journey from studying interior architecture to becoming a footwear visionary. Solomon and Cheryl dig into the psychology behind fashion choices and the cultural significance of sneakers. With keen observations on trends, human behavior, and the art of design, Solomon offers insights into the creative process of crafting sneakers that resonate with diverse audiences. From dissecting iconic styles to exploring the subtleties of materiality and color, this episode unveils the meticulous skill required to tell compelling stories through design. Join Cheryl and Solomon as they unravel the layers of meaning woven into every sneaker, celebrating the craft of transforming functional footwear into cultural emblems.

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]]> Sneaker Design: The Skill of Aesthetic Storytelling and Cultural Interpretation Cheryl Durst, Solomon Renfro, Adriana Morton 01:04:09 Cheryl Durst’s latest conversation is with Solomon Renfro, a talented sneaker designer at New Balance, who shares his unique journey from studying interior architecture to becoming a footwear visionary. Solomon and Cheryl dig into the psychology behind fashion choices and the cultural significance of sneakers. With keen observations on trends, human behavior, and the art of design, Solomon offers insights into the creative process of crafting sneakers that resonate with diverse audiences. From dissecting iconic styles to exploring the subtleties of materiality and color, this episode unveils the meticulous skill required to tell compelling stories through design. Join Cheryl and Solomon as they unravel the layers of meaning woven into every sneaker, celebrating the craft of transforming functional footwear into cultural emblems. Cheryl Durst’s latest conversation is with Solomon Renfro, a talented sneaker designer at New Balance, who shares his unique journey from studying interior architecture to becoming a footwear visionary. Solomon and Cheryl dig into the psychology behind fashion choices and the cultural significance of sneakers. With keen observations on trends, human behavior, and the art of design, Solomon offers insights into the creative process of crafting sneakers that resonate with diverse audiences. From dissecting iconic styles to exploring the subtleties of materiality and color, this episode unveils the meticulous skill required to tell compelling stories through design. Join Cheryl and Solomon as they unravel the layers of meaning woven into every sneaker, celebrating the craft of transforming functional footwear into cultural emblems. new episode, architecture, cheryl durst, the skill set, imagine a place, design industry, iida, solomon renfro, international interior design association, fashion, new balance, carolina, ofs imagine a place, trending, shoe design, imagine a place production, podcast, architecture design, interior design, desinger, ofs false full 20 ea9e7f6b-82cd-4b8d-a68c-5e003e4231bd The Skill Set Studio: Your questions get answers In this special episode host Cheryl Durst and executive producer Adriana Morton listen to voicemails left by attendees for Cheryl during NeoCon 2023 in the OFS showroom. Cheryl answers questions on topics like staying inspired as a designer, the future of the workplace, and the difference between interior design and interior architecture. Tune in to hear Cheryl's in-depth responses these questions and many more!

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]]> Tue, 7 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Cheryl Durst, Adriana Morton) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/the-skill-set-studio-your-questions-get-answers-HDR7W7WN In this special episode host Cheryl Durst and executive producer Adriana Morton listen to voicemails left by attendees for Cheryl during NeoCon 2023 in the OFS showroom. Cheryl answers questions on topics like staying inspired as a designer, the future of the workplace, and the difference between interior design and interior architecture. Tune in to hear Cheryl's in-depth responses these questions and many more!

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]]> The Skill Set Studio: Your questions get answers Cheryl Durst, Adriana Morton 00:34:54 In this special episode host Cheryl Durst and executive producer Adriana Morton listen to voicemails left by attendees for Cheryl during NeoCon 2023 in the OFS showroom. Cheryl answers questions on topics like staying inspired as a designer, the future of the workplace, and the difference between interior design and interior architecture. Tune in to hear Cheryl's in-depth responses these questions and many more! In this special episode host Cheryl Durst and executive producer Adriana Morton listen to voicemails left by attendees for Cheryl during NeoCon 2023 in the OFS showroom. Cheryl answers questions on topics like staying inspired as a designer, the future of the workplace, and the difference between interior design and interior architecture. Tune in to hear Cheryl's in-depth responses these questions and many more! staying inspired, chicago, image a place productions, architecture, cheryl durst, international interior design program, design students, authentic, iida, interior architecture, design, neocon, carolina, inspiration, design your world, human, furniture design, ai, adriana morton, trend, the skill set pocast, product, interior design, ofs, furniture false full 19 0ea0a347-16f1-4f44-b4cd-746e834df761 Living in the Moment: The Skill of Perpetual Motion and Grace An Olympian, a writer, a public speaker — Winter Vinecki has done it all. From a very early age, she has been in constant motion, pushing herself to be the best she can be and pursuing life’s next challenge. In addition to competing all over the world, she somehow manages to find the time to advocate and share her father’s legacy.

Listen to Cheryl as she discusses Winter's perfectly appropriate name for a Winter Olympian, as well as her story and advice on how we can all be more present while practicing grace and composure.

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]]> Tue, 3 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Winter Vinecki, Adriana Morton, Doug Shapiro, Cheryl Durst) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/living-in-the-moment-the-skill-of-perpetual-motion-and-grace-6AU5G_VP An Olympian, a writer, a public speaker — Winter Vinecki has done it all. From a very early age, she has been in constant motion, pushing herself to be the best she can be and pursuing life’s next challenge. In addition to competing all over the world, she somehow manages to find the time to advocate and share her father’s legacy.

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]]> Living in the Moment: The Skill of Perpetual Motion and Grace Winter Vinecki, Adriana Morton, Doug Shapiro, Cheryl Durst 00:45:16 An Olympian, a writer, a public speaker — Winter Vinecki has done it all. From a very early age, she has been in constant motion, pushing herself to be the best she can be and pursuing life’s next challenge. In addition to competing all over the world, she somehow manages to find the time to advocate and share her father’s legacy. Listen to Cheryl as she discusses Winter's perfectly appropriate name for a Winter Olympian, as well as her story and advice on how we can all be more present while practicing grace and composure. An Olympian, a writer, a public speaker — Winter Vinecki has done it all. From a very early age, she has been in constant motion, pushing herself to be the best she can be and pursuing life’s next challenge. In addition to competing all over the world, she somehow manages to find the time to advocate and share her father’s legacy. Listen to Cheryl as she discusses Winter's perfectly appropriate name for a Winter Olympian, as well as her story and advice on how we can all be more present while practicing grace and composure. women in sports, youth athlete, cheryl durst, triathlete, podcast episode, imagine a place, sports achievement, iida, fitness, goal setting, athlete interview, inspiration, endurance sports, personal growth, youth inspiration, health and wellness, image a place production, olypian, sports performance, doug shapiro, competitive spirit, athletic training, adriana morton, mental toughness, motivation, winter vinecki, achieving goals false full 18 c4ca17b3-0170-4b83-86d1-1d35547fbf52 Behavioral Profiling: The Skill of Mindhunting and Analytical Logic Why are we as humans so fascinated by true crime and programs like “Criminal Minds” and “Mindhunter,”? Complex criminal behavior and understanding the “why” and the “who” behind violent crime, led me to an intriguing opportunity to talk with former FBI criminal profiler Mark Safarik. Now the president of his own behavioral science consulting firm, Mark has had a unique career with over 30 years of experience in criminal justice and law enforcement, analyzing the criminal mindset and helping to bring resolution to victims and their families. In this episode, Mark and I discuss the difficult nature of his work as well the skills required to explore and assess some of the darkest minds in history.

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]]> Tue, 22 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Cheryl Durst, Mark Safarik, Adriana Morton, Doug Shapiro) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/behavioral-profiling-the-skill-of-mindhunting-and-analytical-logic-yflrK0Pd Why are we as humans so fascinated by true crime and programs like “Criminal Minds” and “Mindhunter,”? Complex criminal behavior and understanding the “why” and the “who” behind violent crime, led me to an intriguing opportunity to talk with former FBI criminal profiler Mark Safarik. Now the president of his own behavioral science consulting firm, Mark has had a unique career with over 30 years of experience in criminal justice and law enforcement, analyzing the criminal mindset and helping to bring resolution to victims and their families. In this episode, Mark and I discuss the difficult nature of his work as well the skills required to explore and assess some of the darkest minds in history.

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]]> Behavioral Profiling: The Skill of Mindhunting and Analytical Logic Cheryl Durst, Mark Safarik, Adriana Morton, Doug Shapiro 00:51:32 Why are we as humans so fascinated by true crime and programs like “Criminal Minds” and “Mindhunter,”? Complex criminal behavior and understanding the “why” and the “who” behind violent crime, led me to an intriguing opportunity to talk with former FBI criminal profiler Mark Safarik. Now the president of his own behavioral science consulting firm, Mark has had a unique career with over 30 years of experience in criminal justice and law enforcement, analyzing the criminal mindset and helping to bring resolution to victims and their families. In this episode, Mark and I discuss the difficult nature of his work as well the skills required to explore and assess some of the darkest minds in history. Why are we as humans so fascinated by true crime and programs like “Criminal Minds” and “Mindhunter,”? Complex criminal behavior and understanding the “why” and the “who” behind violent crime, led me to an intriguing opportunity to talk with former FBI criminal profiler Mark Safarik. Now the president of his own behavioral science consulting firm, Mark has had a unique career with over 30 years of experience in criminal justice and law enforcement, analyzing the criminal mindset and helping to bring resolution to victims and their families. In this episode, Mark and I discuss the difficult nature of his work as well the skills required to explore and assess some of the darkest minds in history. cheryl durst, the skill set, imagine a place, iida, criminal, fbi, criminal justice, mindhunter, the skill set podcast, minds, imagine a place productions, law enforcement, doug shapiro, adriana morton, criminal minds, mark safarik, ofs false full 17 da8e5a2e-01d5-4e5d-8dc8-a1a9140a7d4e Conservation: The Skill of Stewardship and Advocacy People, paperwork and polar bears — Nicki Boyd’s career revolves around these three things and much more. As the curator of applied behavior at the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, she is responsible for educating and advocating for the animals and programs under her care.

In this conversation, we discuss the characteristics of “the modern zoo” as well as what it means to build trust and be a steward of life.

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]]> Thu, 27 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Nicki Boyd, Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Adriana Morton) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/conservation-the-skill-of-stewardship-and-advocacy-zswkKKrk People, paperwork and polar bears — Nicki Boyd’s career revolves around these three things and much more. As the curator of applied behavior at the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, she is responsible for educating and advocating for the animals and programs under her care.

In this conversation, we discuss the characteristics of “the modern zoo” as well as what it means to build trust and be a steward of life.

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]]> Conservation: The Skill of Stewardship and Advocacy Nicki Boyd, Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Adriana Morton 00:36:51 People, paperwork and polar bears — Nicki Boyd’s career revolves around these three things and much more. As the curator of applied behavior at the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, she is responsible for educating and advocating for the animals and programs under her care. In this conversation, we discuss the characteristics of “the modern zoo” as well as what it means to build trust and be a steward of life. People, paperwork and polar bears — Nicki Boyd’s career revolves around these three things and much more. As the curator of applied behavior at the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, she is responsible for educating and advocating for the animals and programs under her care. In this conversation, we discuss the characteristics of “the modern zoo” as well as what it means to build trust and be a steward of life. san diego zoo, the skill set, education, imagine a place, research, zoo, modern zoo, zoo keeper, the skill set podcast, imagine a place productions, polar bears, safari park, advocating, animals, nicki boyd, skills, wild life false full 16 6e207996-875c-482e-93b6-c7fe1bdf3ee2 Seat 6A, Traveling While Black: A Skill Set Vignette What happens when your ability to live your life is questioned? When simply to authentically exist in places where other’s limited imaginations won’t allow the reality of “you”? Welcome aboard a Skill Set Vignette that details an ordinary business trip that required extraordinary grace, calm and sense of self. Join me for “Seat 6A, Traveling While Black”.

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]]> Thu, 13 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Cheryl Durst) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/seat-6a-traveling-while-black-a-skill-set-vignette-nxEd1ZYW What happens when your ability to live your life is questioned? When simply to authentically exist in places where other’s limited imaginations won’t allow the reality of “you”? Welcome aboard a Skill Set Vignette that details an ordinary business trip that required extraordinary grace, calm and sense of self. Join me for “Seat 6A, Traveling While Black”.

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]]> Seat 6A, Traveling While Black: A Skill Set Vignette Cheryl Durst 00:07:12 What happens when your ability to live your life is questioned? When simply to authentically exist in places where other’s limited imaginations won’t allow the reality of “you”? Welcome aboard a Skill Set Vignette that details an ordinary business trip that required extraordinary grace, calm and sense of self. Join me for “Seat 6A, Traveling While Black”. What happens when your ability to live your life is questioned? When simply to authentically exist in places where other’s limited imaginations won’t allow the reality of “you”? Welcome aboard a Skill Set Vignette that details an ordinary business trip that required extraordinary grace, calm and sense of self. Join me for “Seat 6A, Traveling While Black”. traveling, the skill set, imagine a place, skill set vignette, iida, traveling black, vignette, storytelling, imagine a place productions, black, story, women false full 15 37ba4837-957e-4e21-a1e7-91d645b7ed05 Change-Making: The Skill of Overcoming the Odds and Discovering Yourself In many ways, Pierre Jean Gonzalez surpasses expectations, and has done so his entire life. From beating the odds of his social circumstances to coming out as queer amidst prejudice to eventually appearing as the acclaimed Alexander Hamilton in the national touring company of the renowned musical, “Hamilton”, Pierre is truly non-stop.

Tune in to hear our discussion on being a change-maker and the power of nourishing hearts and souls through art.

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]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 09:00:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Pierre Jean Gonzalez, Adriana Morton, Doug Shapiro, Cheryl Durst) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/change-making-the-skill-of-overcoming-the-odds-and-discovering-yourself-MLLrJGmM In many ways, Pierre Jean Gonzalez surpasses expectations, and has done so his entire life. From beating the odds of his social circumstances to coming out as queer amidst prejudice to eventually appearing as the acclaimed Alexander Hamilton in the national touring company of the renowned musical, “Hamilton”, Pierre is truly non-stop.

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]]> Change-Making: The Skill of Overcoming the Odds and Discovering Yourself Pierre Jean Gonzalez, Adriana Morton, Doug Shapiro, Cheryl Durst 00:46:42 In many ways, Pierre Jean Gonzalez surpasses expectations, and has done so his entire life. From beating the odds of his social circumstances to coming out as queer amidst prejudice to eventually appearing as the acclaimed Alexander Hamilton in the national touring company of the renowned musical, “Hamilton”, Pierre is truly non-stop. Tune in to hear our discussion on being a change-maker and the power of nourishing hearts and souls through art. In many ways, Pierre Jean Gonzalez surpasses expectations, and has done so his entire life. From beating the odds of his social circumstances to coming out as queer amidst prejudice to eventually appearing as the acclaimed Alexander Hamilton in the national touring company of the renowned musical, “Hamilton”, Pierre is truly non-stop. Tune in to hear our discussion on being a change-maker and the power of nourishing hearts and souls through art. cheryl durst, the skill set, imagine a place, broadway, touring company, pierre jean gonzalez, the skill set podcast, musical, pride month, imagine a place productions, skill set, doug shapiro, philip tour, theatre, adriana morton, art, pride, hamilton false full 14 8718fd06-68da-4d15-9393-6ed079013fb2 Elevating Experience: The Skill of Empowering Others and Leaning into Beauty I am so honored to have had the opportunity to talk with Rebecca Walker and learn from her directly about her experience as a writer, feminist, and activist as well as the influence her parents had on her love of art, craft, and memorializing a life well-lived.

In this poetic conversation, Rebecca Walker invites us to lean into beauty and to help empower others to use their voice to instigate change. Drawing from the rich lessons of the past, Rebecca reminds us to believe in people, the power of legacy and to stay curious. Always.

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]]> Tue, 16 May 2023 09:00:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Rebecca Walker, Cheryl Durst, Adriana Davila, Doug Shapiro) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/elevating-experience-the-skill-of-empowering-others-and-leaning-into-beauty-XtSdqfw3 I am so honored to have had the opportunity to talk with Rebecca Walker and learn from her directly about her experience as a writer, feminist, and activist as well as the influence her parents had on her love of art, craft, and memorializing a life well-lived.

In this poetic conversation, Rebecca Walker invites us to lean into beauty and to help empower others to use their voice to instigate change. Drawing from the rich lessons of the past, Rebecca reminds us to believe in people, the power of legacy and to stay curious. Always.

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]]> Elevating Experience: The Skill of Empowering Others and Leaning into Beauty Rebecca Walker, Cheryl Durst, Adriana Davila, Doug Shapiro 00:50:39 I am so honored to have had the opportunity to talk with Rebecca Walker and learn from her directly about her experience as a writer, feminist, and activist as well as the influence her parents had on her love of art, craft, and memorializing a life well-lived. In this poetic conversation, Rebecca Walker invites us to lean into beauty and to help empower others to use their voice to instigate change. Drawing from the rich lessons of the past, Rebecca reminds us to believe in people, the power of legacy and to stay curious. Always. I am so honored to have had the opportunity to talk with Rebecca Walker and learn from her directly about her experience as a writer, feminist, and activist as well as the influence her parents had on her love of art, craft, and memorializing a life well-lived. In this poetic conversation, Rebecca Walker invites us to lean into beauty and to help empower others to use their voice to instigate change. Drawing from the rich lessons of the past, Rebecca reminds us to believe in people, the power of legacy and to stay curious. Always. multiracial identity, rebecca walker, cheryl durst, adriana davilla, writing, imagine a place, empowerment, feminism, motherhood, writer rebecca walker, legacy, power, activism, gender, race, doug shapiro, ambivalent motherhood, intergenerational feminism false full 13 2a3f7c51-dbd4-49f3-b33b-dce4a56c4582 The Skill Set Studio: The Stuff I am joined once again by my producers, Adriana and Doug, to talk about “stuff” — the skills, experiences, memories and more accumulated over our lifetimes that give us purpose and mold us into who we are.

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]]> Tue, 18 Apr 2023 09:00:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Cheryl Durst, Adriana Davila, Doug Shapiro) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/the-skill-set-studio-the-stuff-5e_Kge1q I am joined once again by my producers, Adriana and Doug, to talk about “stuff” — the skills, experiences, memories and more accumulated over our lifetimes that give us purpose and mold us into who we are.

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]]> The Skill Set Studio: The Stuff Cheryl Durst, Adriana Davila, Doug Shapiro 00:27:36 I am joined once again by my producers, Adriana and Doug, to talk about “stuff” — the skills, experiences, memories and more accumulated over our lifetimes that give us purpose and mold us into who we are. I am joined once again by my producers, Adriana and Doug, to talk about “stuff” — the skills, experiences, memories and more accumulated over our lifetimes that give us purpose and mold us into who we are. university, tennessee state university, cheryl durst, the skill set, imagine a place, adriana davila, experiences, iida, international interior design association, design podcast, design, art program, memories, the skill set podcast, doug shapiro, list, art, interior design, tsu, skills false full 12 31d424c2-a89c-4d50-92f8-450c34c00c4c Legacy-Keeping: The Skill of Preservation and Curation I’m honored and proud to call Llisa Demetrios — grandaughter of influential designers Ray and Charles Eames — a friend and I am so grateful to have had this opportunity to learn more about her upbringing and how having access to such iconic industry changemakers impacted her experience and shaped her unique skill set.

In this conversation, we discuss the skill of legacy-keeping as well the importance of “the finial” and keeping up the quality in our work.

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]]> Tue, 21 Mar 2023 12:36:04 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Llisa Demetrios, Cheryl Durst, Adriana Davila, Doug Shapiro) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/legacy-keeping-the-skill-of-preservation-and-curation-cLEJWIm4 I’m honored and proud to call Llisa Demetrios — grandaughter of influential designers Ray and Charles Eames — a friend and I am so grateful to have had this opportunity to learn more about her upbringing and how having access to such iconic industry changemakers impacted her experience and shaped her unique skill set.

In this conversation, we discuss the skill of legacy-keeping as well the importance of “the finial” and keeping up the quality in our work.

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]]> Legacy-Keeping: The Skill of Preservation and Curation Llisa Demetrios, Cheryl Durst, Adriana Davila, Doug Shapiro 00:28:03 I’m honored and proud to call Llisa Demetrios — grandaughter of influential designers Ray and Charles Eames — a friend and I am so grateful to have had this opportunity to learn more about her upbringing and how having access to such iconic industry changemakers impacted her experience and shaped her unique skill set. In this conversation, we discuss the skill of legacy-keeping as well the importance of “the finial” and keeping up the quality in our work. I’m honored and proud to call Llisa Demetrios — grandaughter of influential designers Ray and Charles Eames — a friend and I am so grateful to have had this opportunity to learn more about her upbringing and how having access to such iconic industry changemakers impacted her experience and shaped her unique skill set. In this conversation, we discuss the skill of legacy-keeping as well the importance of “the finial” and keeping up the quality in our work. cheryl durst, the skill set, adriana davila, design podcast, legacy, sculpting, the eames institute of infinite curiosity, design, art podcast, art curating, llisa demtrios, charles emes, the skill set podcast, doug shapiro, emes, art, interior design, curating, charles and ray emes, ray emes, ofs, family, image a place false full 11 96ee2c00-8fc4-4661-ad68-e92c25070f45 The Top Floor: A Skill Set Vignette In this short episode, which I like to call a "slice of life," I share a very personal story from my childhood that shaped who I am today and informed both my dignity and my defiance.

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]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Adriana Davila) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/the-top-floor-a-skill-set-vignette-8zUv71dy In this short episode, which I like to call a "slice of life," I share a very personal story from my childhood that shaped who I am today and informed both my dignity and my defiance.

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]]> The Top Floor: A Skill Set Vignette Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Adriana Davila 00:08:06 In this short episode, which I like to call a "slice of life," I share a very personal story from my childhood that shaped who I am today and informed both my dignity and my defiance. In this short episode, which I like to call a "slice of life," I share a very personal story from my childhood that shaped who I am today and informed both my dignity and my defiance. theskillsetpodcast, imagineaplaceproductions, cheryl durst, black history month, imagine a place, adriana davila, elevator, storytelling podcast, vignette, personal stories, storytelling, the skill set podcast, skill set, doug shapiro, podcast, theskillset, imageaplace false full 10 3b5d1ea9-1d22-4a57-9b25-63c2a47a4550 The Skill Set Studio: Bucket List The Skill Set Studio: Bucket List

My producers Doug and Adriana join me for a special episode in which I share my learnings from a recent keynote speaker and dive deep into bucket lists and their connection to our skill sets. 

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]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2023 14:30:51 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Adriana Davila) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/the-skill-set-studio-bucket-list-HM_WxQpu The Skill Set Studio: Bucket List

My producers Doug and Adriana join me for a special episode in which I share my learnings from a recent keynote speaker and dive deep into bucket lists and their connection to our skill sets. 

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]]> The Skill Set Studio: Bucket List Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Adriana Davila 00:23:23 The Skill Set Studio: Bucket List My producers Doug and Adriana join me for a special episode in which I share my learnings from a recent keynote speaker and dive deep into bucket lists and their connection to our skill sets. The Skill Set Studio: Bucket List My producers Doug and Adriana join me for a special episode in which I share my learnings from a recent keynote speaker and dive deep into bucket lists and their connection to our skill sets. keynote speaker, cheryl durst, the skill set, imagine a place proudctions, inspiring, adriana davila, bucket list, iida, design podcast, design, motivating, inspiration, the skill set podcast, doug shapiro, motivation, connection, ofs, image a place false full 9 c62c5265-231a-46b4-be45-08728db76bc4 Storytelling: The Skill of Creativity, Self-Assuredness and Peacemaking Storytelling: The Skill of Creativity, Self-Assuredness and Peacemaking

J.D. Netto is what I would describe as a multiplicity of beautiful things — he is a best-selling author, artist, entrepreneur and so much more. J.D. firmly believes that art releases us to our destinies and he has used this admirable ideal to connect with those who may feel like misfits or outsiders as well as to discover and become more comfortable with himself.

Through this conversation, J.D. and I discuss his life as a gay man and how it connects to his work as well as the importance of recognizing a person before recognizing their skillset.

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]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2022 09:00:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Adriana Davila, JD Netto) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/storytelling-the-skill-of-creativity-self-assuredness-and-peacemaking-qtkbIbQF Storytelling: The Skill of Creativity, Self-Assuredness and Peacemaking

J.D. Netto is what I would describe as a multiplicity of beautiful things — he is a best-selling author, artist, entrepreneur and so much more. J.D. firmly believes that art releases us to our destinies and he has used this admirable ideal to connect with those who may feel like misfits or outsiders as well as to discover and become more comfortable with himself.

Through this conversation, J.D. and I discuss his life as a gay man and how it connects to his work as well as the importance of recognizing a person before recognizing their skillset.

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]]> Storytelling: The Skill of Creativity, Self-Assuredness and Peacemaking Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Adriana Davila, JD Netto 00:44:18 Storytelling: The Skill of Creativity, Self-Assuredness and Peacemaking J.D. Netto is what I would describe as a multiplicity of beautiful things — he is a best-selling author, artist, entrepreneur and so much more. J.D. firmly believes that art releases us to our destinies and he has used this admirable ideal to connect with those who may feel like misfits or outsiders as well as to discover and become more comfortable with himself. Through this conversation, J.D. and I discuss his life as a gay man and how it connects to his work as well as the importance of recognizing a person before recognizing their skillset. Storytelling: The Skill of Creativity, Self-Assuredness and Peacemaking J.D. Netto is what I would describe as a multiplicity of beautiful things — he is a best-selling author, artist, entrepreneur and so much more. J.D. firmly believes that art releases us to our destinies and he has used this admirable ideal to connect with those who may feel like misfits or outsiders as well as to discover and become more comfortable with himself. Through this conversation, J.D. and I discuss his life as a gay man and how it connects to his work as well as the importance of recognizing a person before recognizing their skillset. author, broken mircle, cheryl durst, the skill set, skill, the skill set pod, adriana davila, henderbell, iida, saved by the page, design podcast, immortal crowns, storytelling, imagine a place production, the skill set podcast, skill set, doug shapiro, jd netto, podcast, peacmaking, lgbtq, pride, image a place, creativity false full 8 0ea3ea73-cc2d-410c-8f9c-3862c30a682d Tattoo Artistry: The Skill of Purpose, Precision, and Expression Tattoo Artistry: The Skill of Purpose, Precision, and Expression

Steph Tamez is more than just a tattoo artist — they are an anthropologist, historian and expressionist using the art of tattooing to bring culture to skin and help people tell their story. Through this unique art form, Steph has earned a vulnerable sense of trust with their clients through a technique that is both marvelous and methodical.

In this episode, Steph and I discuss the meaning of tattoos in society and the skill of focusing on the journey rather than the destination.

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]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Adriana Davila, Stephanie Tamez) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/tattoo-artistry-the-skill-of-purpose-precision-and-expression-y3VhJKs1 Tattoo Artistry: The Skill of Purpose, Precision, and Expression

Steph Tamez is more than just a tattoo artist — they are an anthropologist, historian and expressionist using the art of tattooing to bring culture to skin and help people tell their story. Through this unique art form, Steph has earned a vulnerable sense of trust with their clients through a technique that is both marvelous and methodical.

In this episode, Steph and I discuss the meaning of tattoos in society and the skill of focusing on the journey rather than the destination.

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]]> Tattoo Artistry: The Skill of Purpose, Precision, and Expression Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Adriana Davila, Stephanie Tamez 00:43:07 Tattoo Artistry: The Skill of Purpose, Precision and Expression Steph Tamez is more than just a tattoo artist — they are an anthropologist, historian and expressionist using the art of tattooing to bring culture to skin and help people tell their story. Through this unique art form, Steph has earned a vulnerable sense of trust with their clients through a technique that is both marvelous and methodical. In this episode, Steph and I discuss the meaning of tattoos in society and the skill of focusing on the journey rather than the destination. Tattoo Artistry: The Skill of Purpose, Precision and Expression Steph Tamez is more than just a tattoo artist — they are an anthropologist, historian and expressionist using the art of tattooing to bring culture to skin and help people tell their story. Through this unique art form, Steph has earned a vulnerable sense of trust with their clients through a technique that is both marvelous and methodical. In this episode, Steph and I discuss the meaning of tattoos in society and the skill of focusing on the journey rather than the destination. historian, tattoo artist, cheryl durst, the skill set, imagine a place, adriana davila, inspirational podcast, iida, expressionist, design podcast, journey, design, tss, tattoo, imagine a place production, anthropologist, the skill set podcast, tattoo podcast, stephanie tamez, skill set pod, graphic design, skill set, doug shapiro, methodical, culture, art, iap, tattooing, graphic designer false full 7 8d858d87-69fb-4ecc-af5b-8e1f2e8e6790 Connection: The Skill of Preparedness and Reading the Room Connection: The Skill of Preparedness and Reading the Room

As Director of Strategic Sales for IIDA, Tracey Thomas’ career is built on connections—whether with customers or peers or even just her personal relationships, she uses her intentionality and acute emotional intelligence to make people comfortable without compromising herself. She has mastered the art of observing subtlety while also teaching others to take up space and stay curious.

Through my conversation with Tracey, we uncover the importance of nuance and the joy of living in the nonverbals of life.

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]]> Wed, 2 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Tracey Thomas, Adriana Davila) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/connection-the-skill-of-preparedness-and-reading-the-room-KLtqLw74 Connection: The Skill of Preparedness and Reading the Room

As Director of Strategic Sales for IIDA, Tracey Thomas’ career is built on connections—whether with customers or peers or even just her personal relationships, she uses her intentionality and acute emotional intelligence to make people comfortable without compromising herself. She has mastered the art of observing subtlety while also teaching others to take up space and stay curious.

Through my conversation with Tracey, we uncover the importance of nuance and the joy of living in the nonverbals of life.

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]]> Connection: The Skill of Preparedness and Reading the Room Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Tracey Thomas, Adriana Davila 00:26:34 Connection: The Skill of Preparedness and Reading the Room As Director of Strategic Sales for IIDA, Tracey Thomas’ career is built on connections—whether with customers or peers or even just her personal relationships, she uses her intentionality and acute emotional intelligence to make people comfortable without compromising herself. She has mastered the art of observing subtlety while also teaching others to take up space and stay curious. Through my conversation with Tracey, we uncover the importance of nuance and the joy of living in the nonverbals of life. Connection: The Skill of Preparedness and Reading the Room As Director of Strategic Sales for IIDA, Tracey Thomas’ career is built on connections—whether with customers or peers or even just her personal relationships, she uses her intentionality and acute emotional intelligence to make people comfortable without compromising herself. She has mastered the art of observing subtlety while also teaching others to take up space and stay curious. Through my conversation with Tracey, we uncover the importance of nuance and the joy of living in the nonverbals of life. diversity, teaching, cheryl durst, the skill set, skill, diversity and inclusion, imagine a place, preparedness, observing, iida, inclusion, design, international design, connections, self awareness, the skill set podcast, intelligence, imagine a place productions, doug shapiro, curious, podcast, designpodcast, tracey thomas, connection, theskillset false full 6 ab19955b-7034-418b-9d4a-4ce15b998eb5 Courageous Resilience: The Skill of True Grit and the Art of Interpreting Need Dr. Manny Hernandez and Dr. Colleen Mullen each seek to diagnose need and provide excellent healthcare, to their patients.  As physicians and care providers—Colleen as veterinarian and Manny as a healthcare design consultant and ER physician—they both exercise an abiding sense of awareness of and relentless passion for meeting  the physical and emotional needs of their patients. Through a warm and insightful conversation, we hear their perspectives on how curiosity, grit and seeking the “why” translates into their work with others.

In this month's episode, I explore the unique ability to see beyond who people (and animals) are to discover what they need.

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]]> Tue, 27 Sep 2022 20:04:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Manny Hernandez, Colleen Mullen, Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Adriana Davila) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/courageous-resilience-the-skill-of-true-grit-and-translation-bXH4uXr7 Dr. Manny Hernandez and Dr. Colleen Mullen each seek to diagnose need and provide excellent healthcare, to their patients.  As physicians and care providers—Colleen as veterinarian and Manny as a healthcare design consultant and ER physician—they both exercise an abiding sense of awareness of and relentless passion for meeting  the physical and emotional needs of their patients. Through a warm and insightful conversation, we hear their perspectives on how curiosity, grit and seeking the “why” translates into their work with others.

In this month's episode, I explore the unique ability to see beyond who people (and animals) are to discover what they need.

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]]> Courageous Resilience: The Skill of True Grit and the Art of Interpreting Need Manny Hernandez, Colleen Mullen, Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Adriana Davila 00:43:04 Dr. Manny Hernandez and Dr. Colleen Mullen each seek to diagnose need and provide excellent healthcare, to their patients. As physicians and care providers—Colleen as veterinarian and Manny as a healthcare design consultant and ER physician—they both exercise an abiding sense of awareness of and relentless passion for meeting the physical and emotional needs of their patients. Through a warm and insightful conversation, we hear their perspectives on how curiosity, grit and seeking the “why” translates into their work with others. In this month's episode, I explore the unique ability to see beyond who people (and animals) are to discover what they need. Dr. Manny Hernandez and Dr. Colleen Mullen each seek to diagnose need and provide excellent healthcare, to their patients. As physicians and care providers—Colleen as veterinarian and Manny as a healthcare design consultant and ER physician—they both exercise an abiding sense of awareness of and relentless passion for meeting the physical and emotional needs of their patients. Through a warm and insightful conversation, we hear their perspectives on how curiosity, grit and seeking the “why” translates into their work with others. In this month's episode, I explore the unique ability to see beyond who people (and animals) are to discover what they need. physician, healthcare designers, cheryl durst, the skill set, healthcare design consultant, adriana davila, doctor podcast, veterinarian skills, healthcare, physician podcast, vet, veterinarian podcast, vet clinic, imagine a place productions, skill set, doug shapiro, animal veterinarian, manny hernandez, cheryl durst iida, colleen mullen, healthcare design, veterinarian, cet podcast false full 5 73d8beae-d3ee-4f2a-8cff-86879aa7eb3a Igniting Passion: The Skill of Lifelong Learning and Intuition In celebration of National Back To School Month, I host third grade teacher and summer-camp innovator, Juan Edgar Gonzalez Jr.  With an almost-evangelical commitment to building lifelong learners, he shows us how authenticity and the practice of honoring others where they are could be the most important skills to develop as leaders and mentors.

In this episode, we discover the gift of enthusiasm and commitment to lifelong learning and investigate the skills needed to teach, mentor and nurture young learners.

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]]> Wed, 17 Aug 2022 12:39:42 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Juan Edgar Gonzalez Jr, Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Adriana Davila) https://ofs.com/imagine-a-place In celebration of National Back To School Month, I host third grade teacher and summer-camp innovator, Juan Edgar Gonzalez Jr.  With an almost-evangelical commitment to building lifelong learners, he shows us how authenticity and the practice of honoring others where they are could be the most important skills to develop as leaders and mentors.

In this episode, we discover the gift of enthusiasm and commitment to lifelong learning and investigate the skills needed to teach, mentor and nurture young learners.

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]]> Igniting Passion: The Skill of Lifelong Learning and Intuition Juan Edgar Gonzalez Jr, Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, Adriana Davila 00:33:05 In celebration of National Back To School Month, I host third grade teacher and summer-camp innovator, Juan Edgar Gonzalez Jr. With an almost-evangelical commitment to building lifelong learners, he shows us how authenticity and the practice of honoring others where they are could be the most important skills to develop as leaders and mentors. In this episode, we discover the gift of enthusiasm and commitment to lifelong learning and investigate the skills needed to teach, mentor and nurture young learners. In celebration of National Back To School Month, I host third grade teacher and summer-camp innovator, Juan Edgar Gonzalez Jr. With an almost-evangelical commitment to building lifelong learners, he shows us how authenticity and the practice of honoring others where they are could be the most important skills to develop as leaders and mentors. In this episode, we discover the gift of enthusiasm and commitment to lifelong learning and investigate the skills needed to teach, mentor and nurture young learners. teaching, school, cheryl durst, the skill set, leaders, mentors, education, imagine a place, adriana davila, teching skills, iida, skill set podcast, elementary school, mentoring, young leaders, juan edgar gonzalez, back to school, leadership, skill set, skillset, skills false full 4 7ddd20a3-427e-40b1-9bbb-58d7a419f8fe Mastering Mindfulness: The Skill of Focus and Being Present A modern-day Hercules, air traffic controller, Navy veteran, and world record holder, Mike McCastle seems to exist at the convergence of concentration and clarity. Although incredibly authentic and down-to-earth, he demonstrates superhuman strength when it comes to his capacity to tune out the noise and keep all the balls in the air.

This month, I dive deep into Mike's strong sense of purpose that manifests in his demigod-like ability to focus on solving whatever challenges come his way.

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]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Mike McCastle, Adriana Davila, Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/mastering-mindfulness-the-skill-of-focus-and-being-present-90VZD9Jk A modern-day Hercules, air traffic controller, Navy veteran, and world record holder, Mike McCastle seems to exist at the convergence of concentration and clarity. Although incredibly authentic and down-to-earth, he demonstrates superhuman strength when it comes to his capacity to tune out the noise and keep all the balls in the air.

This month, I dive deep into Mike's strong sense of purpose that manifests in his demigod-like ability to focus on solving whatever challenges come his way.

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]]> Mastering Mindfulness: The Skill of Focus and Being Present Mike McCastle, Adriana Davila, Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro 00:46:43 A modern-day Hercules, air traffic controller, Navy veteran, and world record holder, Mike McCastle seems to exist at the convergence of concentration and clarity. Although incredibly authentic and down-to-earth, he demonstrates superhuman strength when it comes to his capacity to tune out the noise and keep all the balls in the air. This month, I dive deep into Mike's strong sense of purpose that manifests in his demigod-like ability to focus on solving whatever challenges come his way. A modern-day Hercules, air traffic controller, Navy veteran, and world record holder, Mike McCastle seems to exist at the convergence of concentration and clarity. Although incredibly authentic and down-to-earth, he demonstrates superhuman strength when it comes to his capacity to tune out the noise and keep all the balls in the air. This month, I dive deep into Mike's strong sense of purpose that manifests in his demigod-like ability to focus on solving whatever challenges come his way. cheryl durst, the skill set, imagine a place, navy seals, communication, mindfullness, calm under pressure, mike mccastle, navy seal, air traffic control, skill set, twelve labors project, air traffic false full 3 e5346e51-7475-4118-8907-2aa0563a8edb Calm Under Pressure: The Skill of Steady Hands and Stage Presence At first glance, Dr. David Langer and Allison Asarch have very little in common—David is a neurosurgeon and Allison is an aspiring country music star. But through a thoughtful discussion about what skills are necessary to be successful in each of their careers, I uncovered a unique quality they share: an aura of calmness that makes them popular with both patients and fans alike. 

In this month's episode, I explore what it takes to be confident and collected, even under the most intense circumstances.

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]]> Sun, 12 Jun 2022 13:09:14 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, David Langer, Allison Asarch) https://ofs.com/imagine-a-place At first glance, Dr. David Langer and Allison Asarch have very little in common—David is a neurosurgeon and Allison is an aspiring country music star. But through a thoughtful discussion about what skills are necessary to be successful in each of their careers, I uncovered a unique quality they share: an aura of calmness that makes them popular with both patients and fans alike. 

In this month's episode, I explore what it takes to be confident and collected, even under the most intense circumstances.

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]]> Calm Under Pressure: The Skill of Steady Hands and Stage Presence Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro, David Langer, Allison Asarch 00:40:16 At first glance, Dr. David Langer and Allison Asarch have very little in common—David is a neurosurgeon and Allison is an aspiring country music star. But through a thoughtful discussion about what skills are necessary to be successful in each of their careers, I uncovered a unique quality they share: an aura of calmness that makes them popular with both patients and fans alike. In this month's episode, I explore what it takes to be confident and collected, even under the most intense circumstances. At first glance, Dr. David Langer and Allison Asarch have very little in common—David is a neurosurgeon and Allison is an aspiring country music star. But through a thoughtful discussion about what skills are necessary to be successful in each of their careers, I uncovered a unique quality they share: an aura of calmness that makes them popular with both patients and fans alike. In this month's episode, I explore what it takes to be confident and collected, even under the most intense circumstances. career skills, cheryl durst, skill set cheryl durst, the skill set, imagine a place, calmness, country music singer, the skill set podcast cheryl durst, the skill set podcast, the skill set cheryl durst, david langer, allison asarch, imagine a place productions, skill set, doug shapiro, skills for success, cheryl durst skill set, cheryl durst iida, skillset, the skill sets, neurosurgeon false full 2 6a118801-4538-4e3f-94bf-03b6e6cdfb1d Introducing Skill Set! What are the skills that inform your work, your life, your direction? Call them street smarts, emotional intelligence, soft skills, or pure grit: beyond the degrees, certifications, and resume items lies a different — perhaps more important — world of abilities. These are the skills that truly make us good at what we do, and offer clues to who we are and where we might be headed.

Host Cheryl S. Durst, Executive VP, and CEO of the International Interior Design Association has spent a lifetime fascinated by the backstories that reveal where those foundational skills come from.

With SkillSet, she taps into those stories to uncover the not-so-apparent abilities that power success.

Ever wonder what a NASCAR pit crew chief, an orchestra conductor and a surgeon have in common? Pondering how to tap your team’s hidden talents? Considering whether your own skills might equip you for a whole other career (or a whole other life)? SkillSet explores the fascinating landscape of talent, creativity, and ability through a lens that’s set to “wide-open and deeply curious.”

Come join us — and discover your own SkillSet along the way.

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]]> Fri, 13 May 2022 12:15:45 +0000 aestabrook@ofs.com (Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro) https://skill-set.simplecast.com/episodes/introducing-skill-set-lrSgTnA5 What are the skills that inform your work, your life, your direction? Call them street smarts, emotional intelligence, soft skills, or pure grit: beyond the degrees, certifications, and resume items lies a different — perhaps more important — world of abilities. These are the skills that truly make us good at what we do, and offer clues to who we are and where we might be headed.

Host Cheryl S. Durst, Executive VP, and CEO of the International Interior Design Association has spent a lifetime fascinated by the backstories that reveal where those foundational skills come from.

With SkillSet, she taps into those stories to uncover the not-so-apparent abilities that power success.

Ever wonder what a NASCAR pit crew chief, an orchestra conductor and a surgeon have in common? Pondering how to tap your team’s hidden talents? Considering whether your own skills might equip you for a whole other career (or a whole other life)? SkillSet explores the fascinating landscape of talent, creativity, and ability through a lens that’s set to “wide-open and deeply curious.”

Come join us — and discover your own SkillSet along the way.

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]]> Introducing Skill Set! Cheryl Durst, Doug Shapiro 00:12:35 What are the skills that inform your work, your life, your direction? Call them street smarts, emotional intelligence, soft skills, or pure grit: beyond the degrees, certifications, and resume items lies a different — perhaps more important — world of abilities. These are the skills that truly make us good at what we do, and offer clues to who we are and where we might be headed. Host Cheryl S. Durst, Executive VP, and CEO of the International Interior Design Association has spent a lifetime fascinated by the backstories that reveal where those foundational skills come from. With SkillSet, she taps into those stories to uncover the not-so-apparent abilities that power success. Ever wonder what a NASCAR pit crew chief, an orchestra conductor and a surgeon have in common? Pondering how to tap your team’s hidden talents? Considering whether your own skills might equip you for a whole other career (or a whole other life)? SkillSet explores the fascinating landscape of talent, creativity, and ability through a lens that’s set to “wide-open and deeply curious.” Come join us — and discover your own SkillSet along the way. What are the skills that inform your work, your life, your direction? Call them street smarts, emotional intelligence, soft skills, or pure grit: beyond the degrees, certifications, and resume items lies a different — perhaps more important — world of abilities. These are the skills that truly make us good at what we do, and offer clues to who we are and where we might be headed. Host Cheryl S. Durst, Executive VP, and CEO of the International Interior Design Association has spent a lifetime fascinated by the backstories that reveal where those foundational skills come from. With SkillSet, she taps into those stories to uncover the not-so-apparent abilities that power success. Ever wonder what a NASCAR pit crew chief, an orchestra conductor and a surgeon have in common? Pondering how to tap your team’s hidden talents? Considering whether your own skills might equip you for a whole other career (or a whole other life)? SkillSet explores the fascinating landscape of talent, creativity, and ability through a lens that’s set to “wide-open and deeply curious.” Come join us — and discover your own SkillSet along the way. false full 1