Recently I was in a meeting with a client and the topic of how my company got it’s name came up. It’s been a while since I have shared about why 45 Conversations is called what it is — so today seems like a great day to share a little about that once again.
Essentially, 45 Conversations began as 45 actual conversations that were held online. At the time that I had the conversations, live streaming was still a very new feature in the online world — so I was somewhat of an early adopter. The simple fact is that I had the conversations because I wanted to really challenge myself to be comfortable speaking and interviewing while I was in a live video call. It was a fun experience that enabled me to connect with people in 7 different countries about a variety of topics — especially small business, education, marketing, social media and so much more. I learned SO much during this experience — and — ultimately rebranded my company because of it. Also it’s worth noting that I held the conversations as a way to celebrate my 45th birthday as well. Without question it made that birthday one of the best I have ever had!
Below is a list which includes the full list of videos of all of the conversations as well as an intro video that I recorded before I began. As I look back on all of these conversations today, I find it really interesting to see how I grew personally and professionally from the whole experience. Truly it opened up a great many opportunities for me and also strengthened my confidence as well. Today I am a better communicator, educator and entrepreneur because of all of those conversations.
6 years later — I’m still having conversations with people, though usually not in as public a manner as all of these videos were. I do believe that connection and conversation is such an important way to build and strengthen the relationships we have with one another.
Have a look through all of the amazing people who were part of these first 45 conversations. They were such a fantastic group and I feel so fortunate to have been able to learn from all of them! I am still thankful to each of them for being part of the experience.
45 Conversations is delighted to announce that our next ECE Retreat will be held in Kelowna on March 9, 2019! This is a very different professional development experience. And one that ensures lots of time for connection and conversation — together. We all work together to create the learning and profoundly moving experiences that happen thanks to the people who are in the room!
