Are you struggling to find enough hours in the day, or feeling burned out no matter how hard you try to keep up? In this episode of the Quiet and Strong Podcast, host David Hall sits down with special guest Michelle Niemeyer, an integrative nutrition health coach and former attorney, to explore the “art of bending time” and shifting your mindset for greater health, happiness, and productivity.

You’ll discover why maximizing focus—and moving beyond multitasking—is crucial for getting more done and finding fulfillment. Michelle Niemeyer shares how connecting your work and your true self can spark motivation, reveal your strengths, and shield you from burnout. Learn actionable strategies for increasing clarity, building habits, managing distractions, and understanding what truly lights you up.

If you want to boost your productivity without sacrificing what matters most—and cultivate a life that feels strong and meaningful—this episode is for you. Tune in to embrace your introverted strengths, master your time, and be strong.

Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/248

Michelle Niemeyer teaches people how to master The Art of Bending Time, making the magic happen in their lives. Michelle’s journey to burnout and back during a 30-year legal career led to a powerful discovery: when we connect the dots between who we are and how we spend our time, the impact of our time multiplies. The result is greater health, happiness, and productivity.

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Have you ever wondered how embracing your introverted qualities can become your secret weapon for career success and fulfillment? In this episode of The Quiet And Strong Podcast, host David Hall sits down with Alison Dixon, Chief Customer Experience Officer at Port Knox, to talk about the power of self-acceptance and the unique advantages introverts bring to leadership and the workplace.

You’ll learn how Alison navigated a variety of career roles—from fundraising to tech leadership—by aligning her strengths, embracing authenticity, and creating strategies for managing her energy and focus. Discover why deep thinking, preparation, and meaningful connections are key assets for introverts, and how designing your schedule around your own rhythms can help you thrive. Alison also shares practical advice for advancing into leadership roles by leaning into your natural preferences rather than trying to fit into an extroverted mold.

If you’re looking for inspiration, actionable strategies, and validation that your introverted strengths are exactly what you need to succeed, you won’t want to miss this conversation. Tune in—and be strong.

Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/247

Alison Dixon, the Chief Customer Experience Officer at Portnox, a leading zero trust network access control platform. Alison is at the forefront of shaping how technical, high-stakes industries like cybersecurity can deliver world-class customer experiences. With a background that spans HR, Sales Enablement, and IT, she brings a uniquely holistic view to customer success—balancing strategy, empathy, and execution. At Portnox, she’s led the charge in transforming onboarding into a competitive advantage, expanding CX beyond support, and building programs that reduce churn and drive long-term value.

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What does it really mean to be a leader in today’s world—and how can positive psychology shape your path to success and fulfillment? In this episode of The Quiet And Strong Podcast, host David Hall welcomes Sebastien Page, seasoned leadership expert and author of The Psychology of Leadership. Together, they explore fresh perspectives on setting meaningful goals, building effective teams, and understanding the critical role of personality psychology in leadership.

You’ll learn about practical strategies for balancing stress, leveraging the unique strengths within any team, and developing a mindset focused on self-improvement rather than just outcomes. Sebastien shares powerful real-life examples, including the story of how diverse personalities combined for success in his own career, and how shifting your approach to stress can fuel high performance—whether you’re managing a Fortune 500 portfolio or navigating daily challenges.

Tune in if you’re ready to rethink the fundamentals of leadership, discover why understanding personalities is a game-changing skill, and pick up actionable tips for becoming a stronger leader at work, in your community, or within your own family. Listen, learn, and be strong.

Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/245

Sébastien Page has more than two decades of leadership experience and has extensively studied positive psychology. He is currently Head of Global Multi-Asset and Chief Investment Officer at T. Rowe Price. He oversees a team of investment professionals actively managing over $500 billion in assets under management. He is the author of “The Psychology of Leadership: Timeless principles to perfect your leadership of individuals, teams... and yourself!”

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