In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode of Career Dreams, Adam Bouse, Founder & Coach at Optimistic Coaching, joins Michelle and Chase to share his personal journey. It's a wonderful a conversation about what it means to practice positivity in the face of life’s hardest moments. This episode explores how life and work intersect, especially during times of grief, loss, or personal challenge. Adam offers insights into authentic optimism, not the kind that glosses over loss or grief, but the kind that embraces it with honesty and hope. In this conversation, Adam unpacks how leaders and teammates can support one another, create space for real emotions, and lead with care. Key Topics: The difference between authentic positivity and toxic positivity Navigating grief and challenge while continuing to show up at work The importance of adaptive leadership and creating space for honesty, care and connection Why balance might be the wrong goal and what to aim for instead The power of intentional living and leading with values How a genuine sense of care drives performance Connect with Adam: Email: [email protected] Website: Optimistic Coaching LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adambouse/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticcoaching/ Resources:  Book: Adaptive Leadership Article: My first workshop back in 9 months Got a question? Ask us! Do you have a question you'd like to hear answered on Career Dreams? You can submit an audio recording of your question to be featured on an upcoming episode!  Like it? Share it! If you're finding value in exploring your Career Dreams through this podcast, please share it with your friends, followers and colleagues! Also, your ratings and reviews help others find the show...so please, let us know what you think! You can share your Career Dreams with us anytime via email: [email protected]. To learn more about making your Career Dreams come true at FORUM Credit Union, visit our website:  https://www.forumcu.com/careers Dream on!

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