Episode 44

Chef Z: On Improvising In the Kitchen and in Life (#44)

Chef Z started cooking as a child, and grew up working in over 20 restaurants in every role you can think of. Today, she is a non-profit founder, private chef to NFL players, and a popular contestant on televison’s “Hell’s Kitchen” and “Chopped.” Her story of improvising in the kitchen - and in life - holds several important lessons for those of us who don’t want to be labeled too specifically in one career field, or who struggle with how to label themselves professionally.

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Cool Change
Embrace Life Transitions with Purpose and Joy

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Chuck Allen

Many talk about purposeful change, but true examples are rare. I strive to be one of those examples and invite you to join me on this journey.

With over 30 years of experience working with everyone from Fortune 50 executives to college students, I've learned that no one has all the answers. The key is finding the approach that resonates with you.

I challenge myself and others to rethink the scripts we've inherited and design lives that are uniquely our own. I'm passionate about connecting with change-makers who are living differently and showing us what's possible.