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Dr. Linda F. Williams, DSW

Grand Rapids
As seen in: LinkedIn, HuffPost, American Express Business Trends and Insights, BRIDES, MadameNoire, Redbook, Oprah Daily, The Story Exchange
Covers:  Facilitating Trauma-Informed & Trauma-Resilient Organizations I Emotional Trauma I Ex-offender Reentry I Social Policy
Doesn't Cover: ▪ Facilitating Trauma-Resilient I Trauma-Informed Organizations through Coaching, Consulting, and Speaking. ▪Emotional Intelligence for Emotional Trauma Survivors ▪Burnout mitigation and prevention
Trauma Transformation Coach who shows emotional trauma survivors how to live their best lives NOW! YouTube - bit.ly/3ESpc2K Lfwilliams@whoseapple.org
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8 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Say "Yes" to a Proposal

8 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Say "Yes" to a Proposal

BRIDES — Not to put too much pressure on you, but, "your choice of a life partner may well be the most important decision you ever make," says New York City-based relationship therapist Jean Fitzpatrick. But we're can make that big decision a little easier.
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WHEN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE BECOMES WORKPLACE VIOLENCE

WHEN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE BECOMES WORKPLACE VIOLENCE

whoseappleorg.wordpress.com — Domestic violence should be a concern for leadership. Well beyond the individual who suffers the mental or physical abuse, friends, family members, and coworkers' lives are also vulnerable to potential violence. Anyone in close proximity of the victim is in potential danger. But it gets worse.
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THE 6-MINUTE $20 MILLION SPEECH

THE 6-MINUTE $20 MILLION SPEECH

whoseappleorg.wordpress.com — Peabody Award Winner, Fred McFeely Rogers, has been lauded for cinching the $20 million funding for public television. What is less discussed is what it was about his testimony that won the day. Here is what can be learned from this crucial 6-minute speech that gave the committee leader "goosebumps for the first time in...
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CUSTOMER COMPLAINS - STAFF CALLS OUT THE "FIRING SQUAD"

CUSTOMER COMPLAINS - STAFF CALLS OUT THE "FIRING SQUAD"

whoseappleorg.wordpress.com — Again, Starbucks corporate office rightfully apologized for an unfortunate, poorly handled, incident at one of their stores. Given the company's history of addressing similar matters, they took further action to ensure no further such occurrences. There appears to be no transparency, however, with respect to what that action entailed.
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PURSUIT OF PERFECTION: ENEMY OF INNOVATION

PURSUIT OF PERFECTION: ENEMY OF INNOVATION

whoseappleorg.wordpress.com — "I'm a perfectionist." How many times have you heard that from a coworker, supervisor or in an interview? At first light, you might think this individual is perfect for detail-oriented tasks. You might consider them for supervisory work that requires a detailed review of subordinate work products.
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The Devil's in the Drill Down: Five Immutable Rules of Sustainable Change - Enterprise Podcast Ne...

The Devil's in the Drill Down: Five Immutable Rules of Sustainable Change - Enterprise Podcast Ne...

epodcastnetwork.com — Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 11:27 - 7.9MB) | Embed Linda F. Williams, the Founder of Whose Apple Dynamic Coaching Services, a personal and professional life coaching service joins Enterprise Radio to share five immutable rules of sustainable change. Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Linda F.
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14 Tips for Dating After Divorce

14 Tips for Dating After Divorce

O, The Oprah Magazine — When it comes to the most stressful life events, researchers rank divorce as number two, right after the death of a spouse or child and before being imprisoned or having a health crisis-and for good reason. It goes without saying that ending a marriage can make you rethink everything you thought you knew about love-and sometimes, even, yourself.
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EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE OR EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT?

EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE OR EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT?

whoseappleorg.wordpress.com — Several of my clients have wondered whether employee engagement is better than employee experience methods. Some expressed the view that "employee experience" is just another name for "employee engagement." They wanted to know what is the difference and if there is a difference, which should be their focus.
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She's Getting Revenge for the Abuse She Suffered By Helping Others Work Through Their Own Traumas

She's Getting Revenge for the Abuse She Suffered By Helping Others Work Through Their Own Traumas

The Story Exchange — As a survivor of rape, domestic violence, homelessness, and a 17-year marriage to a man later convicted as a rapist, I was a walking hot-mess. The effect of this on my life, relationships, and career eluded me as I fell victim to an unrelenting vortex of abuse, victimization, and career frustration.
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Linda Williams Success Story | Book Excellence Awards

Linda Williams Success Story | Book Excellence Awards

www.bookexcellenceawards.com — Discover how this successful author used the Book Excellence Awards to increase their credibility, visibility and book sales!
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99 "Limit Breaking Female Founders" Share The Most Important Lessons Learned From Their Experienc...

99 "Limit Breaking Female Founders" Share The Most Important Lessons Learned From Their Experienc...

HuffPost — 2018 has begun, and pundits and opinion makers are predicting that 2018 will be the "Year of the Woman". That of course, is yet to be seen. And we have heard this prediction before. Yet it is hard to deny that women have made enormous progress in the past few years.
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The 30-Year Rape: How I Survived, Strived and Thrived (Part 2)

The 30-Year Rape: How I Survived, Strived and Thrived (Part 2)

topbuzz.com — In Part I of this article Linda wrote about how she lived in the grip of a rape she endured thirty-years before she realized what she reveals in Part 2. We pick up the story right after she finally reveal the truth. It took some time for me to process what occurred in that moment of truth.
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The 30-Year Rape: How I Survived, Strived and Thrived (Part 1)

The 30-Year Rape: How I Survived, Strived and Thrived (Part 1)

topbuzz.com — I had a secret. A secret that almost undid me. This secret drove me out of my mind - more than once. It fueled a Jekyll and Hyde dichotomy as I donned my Tough Girl persona at the expense of the little girl I left behind. I decided not to be her anymore.
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28 Things Your Partner Should Never Ask You To Do

28 Things Your Partner Should Never Ask You To Do

Redbook — To Ignore Insults From Their Family "Your partner should not ask you to ignore the rude or disrespectful things their friends or family say to you. Your partner is the guide for how your loved ones treat you, so if they let them get away with treating you badly, you don't stand a chance - and if they ask you to 'just let it go' it won't get any better.
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What Michigan May be Missing in Reducing Michigan Recidivism Rates

What Michigan May be Missing in Reducing Michigan Recidivism Rates

einpresswire.com — Linda F. Williams, MSW Emergent Voices Research Study Michigan's in the top ten in reducing recidivism. Yet, a local researcher says, not so fast. Is Michigan REALLY Keeping Ex-Offenders Out of Prison? It will take more than thinking outside the box to achieve sustainable reductions in recidivism."
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Linda F. Williams Survives Domestic Abuse, Helps Others Find Purpose

Linda F. Williams Survives Domestic Abuse, Helps Others Find Purpose

MadameNoire.com — October is the month in which we work to end domestic violence. It is also time to reflect- especially for victims of domestic violence. This is what entrepreneur, Linda F. Williams, did in a recent interview with MadameNoire. She spoke about her long journey from domestic violence victim to survivor.
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On the Matter of Fear

On the Matter of Fear

niume.com — I was determined to remain silent on the issues surrounding the violence affecting the lives of every American. It was a recent challenge by a fellow social worker that pushed me past that comfort zone. This is the result. Fear is as real as the moment it grips you to your core. It is powerful-unrelenting. In that moment, every bit of your being is shaken to the soulish bone. When it lets go, it leaves scars; scars nobody sees; scars that even we cannot see. Long after the threat has lifted, long after normalcy returns, fear prevails.
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The Enemy Within: 5 Power Hacks to Overcome Success-Blocking Mindsets

The Enemy Within: 5 Power Hacks to Overcome Success-Blocking Mindsets

LinkedIn — The biggest enemy of success is never getting started on your dreams and goals. Our greatest destiny destroyer is in our heads where self-defeating mindsets take root. They are stubborn and covert, resistant to change. We think these things are "who I am" or "just my personality" or we fail to even realize we have fallen prey to their existence. Their enemy forces launch counter attacks on anything and everything it takes to "make it so" with respect to our lives, relationships, or our careers. Every life experience, good or bad, is etched inside us.
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Group Think and the Challenger Disaster: 5 Actionable Steps to Sound Strategic Management Outcome...

Group Think and the Challenger Disaster: 5 Actionable Steps to Sound Strategic Management Outcome...

LinkedIn — January 28, 1986. Launch Complex 39-B, Kennedy Space Center. Before the eyes of a nation, Space Shuttle orbiter Challenger disintegrated 73-seconds into launch. The world watched the shocked and incredulously etched faces of family members as they grappled with reality. As with the assignation of John F. Kennedy, most remember exactly where they were as they watched, or received the news of, this devastating tragedy. The human loss is priceless and immeasurable; and the monetary loss - unnecessary. It all could have been avoided. The entire mission fell prey to the psychological phenomena call, "group-think."
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Long Haul to Long Hall: 7 Productivity Hacks to Maximize Telecommuting

Long Haul to Long Hall: 7 Productivity Hacks to Maximize Telecommuting

LinkedIn — So, you've traded the long haul for a long hall! Yippee! Who knew you could work in your pajamas and still accomplish that agency mission? Well, after you get over the celebration, you'll find this new "hall" to work comes with a whole new set of challenges that you can mitigate with a few more realistic expectations and a whole lot of pro-activity! 1. Eliminate unnecessary downtime due to technical challenges. Murphy's Law rules where computer peripherals and software are concerned so count on some downtime in the beginning. You can reduce these challenges by hard wiring your laptop or docking station to the router.
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EMERGENT-SEE: Danger of the Denial Dynamic

EMERGENT-SEE: Danger of the Denial Dynamic

LinkedIn — I woke up one morning to what sounded like the smoke alarm. The air was smokey. Starting with the basement, I immediately sought the source. I checked the storage and laundry rooms but not even those alarms were triggered. Moving to the living room I noted the sound was louder; but the alarm wasn't triggered. I checked the bedroom then went outside to check if I was seeing smoke from another fire. It was as thick outside as inside. Noticing a lady two doors down, I asked if she saw the smoke in the air. With a very strange look she denied seeing any smoke.
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Enduring Legacy - Playing to a Purpose Higher than the Game (How Curtis Martin Changed My Life)

Enduring Legacy - Playing to a Purpose Higher than the Game (How Curtis Martin Changed My Life)

LinkedIn — For 7 long years I wrote, Whose Apple is it, Anyway! in what seemed like an interminable process during which I came to terms with one destiny-diverting heartbreak after another. When asked how he could possible exemplify such excellence in a game he did not particularly like, Curtis said, "I guess I was playing to a purpose higher than the game." This is an excerpt from the book, the final chapter of which was dedicated to Curtis Martin. Eight life changing words from the mouth of this remarkable young man and I knew the project would finally be finished.
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Emergent Voices: A New Perspective on Prisoner Reentry

Emergent Voices: A New Perspective on Prisoner Reentry

LinkedIn — In response to a question regarding turning points in his reintegration experience, a participant in an Urban Institute Justice Policy Center study (Solomon, 2001) expressed the human agency dynamic: My contribution was simply this, if the program doesn't exist within inside you, what happens when a fire burns down the building where that program exists, does that mean you stop treating yourself? Too many people rely on the treatment that comes from the morgue and not the one that comes from internally where it has to be. If you don't develop a sense of who you are then no program in the world is going to help .
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What To Do When A Co-Worker Spirals Out Of Control

What To Do When A Co-Worker Spirals Out Of Control

archive.org — It's no secret that Katt Williams is grabbing news headlines these day for bizarre incidents. One is more likely to see news about Williams' arrests more than his comedy routine and, according to his former personal assistant, the incidents "are getting stranger." "I was in court many a time with Katt," said Brooks Jackson Colyar, who worked as Katt's personal assistant from fall of 2012 to February 2015. "But from what I have been hearing lately the situations are strange... I am really worried about him. I don't think the people around him are taking care of him like he deserves to be taken care of."
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