Ep. 87: Roshini Rajkumar: Path To Professional Growth So Much More, A Mall Of America® podcast

3:10 Roshini’s I.A.P. formula for success
5:00 Intent, Audience Analysis, Performance – it’s all about the audience
7:30 How this strategy relates to the sales cycle
12:45 Tips for attending an event in person – how to beat anxiety and make connections
15:00 How a leader can help younger team members navigate a social setting
17:40 The Powerful Presence Scale
23:00 First Impressions and how to recover if it didn’t go well
26:00 LinkedIn professional profile tips, tricks and myths

For information on Roshini visit https://roshiniinc.com/.
For information on The Crisis Files visit https://thecrisisfiles.com/.

Guest: Roshini Rajkumar, entrepreneur, C-suite advisor, crisis strategist, podcast host, licensed attorney, and media insider.
Hosts: Jill Renslow, Daniel Jasper

Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.

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Ep. 87: Roshini Rajkumar: Path to Professional Growth 35:06

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This episode features the return of a fan favorite guest, Roshini Rajkumar. Best known as a media personality, mainstage speaker, podcast host and C-Suite Advisor, Roshini shares practical insights on how to be present in the workplace and make meaningful impressions on your audience. She also covers her I.A.P. process that leads to successful interactions and partnerships. Her podcast the Crisis Files is currently in Season 3. 3:10 Roshini’s I.A.P. formula for success 5:00 Intent, Audience Analysis, Performance – it’s all about the audience 7:30 How this strategy relates to the sales cycle 12:45 Tips for attending an event in person – how to beat anxiety and make connections 15:00 How a leader can help younger team members navigate a social setting 17:40 The Powerful Presence Scale 23:00 First Impressions and how to recover if it didn’t go well 26:00 LinkedIn professional profile tips, tricks and myths For information on Roshini visit https://roshiniinc.com/. For information on The Crisis Files visit https://thecrisisfiles.com/. Guest: Roshini Rajkumar, entrepreneur, C-suite advisor, crisis strategist, podcast host, licensed attorney, and media insider. Hosts: Jill Renslow, Daniel Jasper Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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Ep. 86: Mall of America, Your Spring Break HQ 28:31

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It’s one of our favorite times of year at Mall of America…it’s Spring Break time! We’re seeing and feeling the first bit of spring and families, college kids and many visitors want ideas for some fun things to do with the kids while they’re off from school. Well, this episode is packed with tons of ideas for your ‘YAY-cation’ here at Mall of America. 2:00 All about VIP Behind The Scenes Tours at Mall of America 5:50 All about SLIME BREAK at Nickelodeon Universe – book early 9:35 The Ultimate Spring Break Giveaway – all the details you need to know 10:55 Easter activations throughout Nickelodeon Universe 12:00 Great Staycation package ideas and deals surrounding Mall of America 14:45 Budget saving ideas on attractions, shopping and more 18:25 Great shopping ideas for those leaving on their Spring Break vacation 20:37 The panel’s favorite MOA restaurant recommendations 23:15 Other attraction opportunities for Spring Breaking families 24:50 Prom shopping opportunities 25:30 It’s Trivia Time! For information on Spring Break visit https://mallofamerica.com/Spring. For more information on Nickelodeon Universe visit https://nickelodeonuniverse.com/home/. For more information on Mall of America attractions visit https://mallofamerica.com/entertainment. Guests: Sara Johnson, Marketing Director; Kelsey Cunningham, Marketing Manager at Mall of America Hosts: Jill Renslow, Daniel Jasper Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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Ep. 85: The Hollywood of the Midwest 33:48

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Over the years, people have referred to Mall of America as ‘The Hollywood of the Midwest’ because of all the movies and production filmed in and around the Mall. From Mighty Ducks 2 and Jingle All The Way, the Mall has hosted thousands of film crews from commercial shoots to feature film productions. In this episode you’ll hear behind the scenes tales from these movies and discover what it takes to be a part of this production and artist community. 1:49 Michelle shares what it was like working on the movie Fargo with Steve Buscemi 4:34 Anne talks about her career journey from WCCO to location scout 8:00 The story of how Grumpy Old Men was filmed in Minnesota 10:25 Michelle meets the Coen Brothers from the movie Fargo 13:15 Kris shares her memories of when Jingle All the Way filmed at Mall of America 16:00 Favorite memories and challenges of filming Jingle all the Way at MOA 18:45 Arnold Schwarzenegger threw a cigar party at Planet Hollywood 21:00 Michelle and Anne share favorite celebrity stories from working on MN movies with Greg Kinnear + Charlize Theron 26:40 Kris’ favorite production memory includes a John Legend story 29:33 Anne tells the story of how Jingle was almost filmed in Milwaukee Guests: Anne Healy, Healy Locations, Michelle Huchison, Actress, Writer, Proudcer, Kris Cegla Director Tenant Relations and Marketing Operations, Mall of America For information on Explore Minnesota Film visit www.mnfilmtv.org Hosts: Daniel Jasper Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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Ep. 84: From TV Reporting to Beating the Winter Blues 28:07

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In this episode, we dive our guests’ (Bryan Piatt and Laura Utecht) careers in TV journalism including the most adventurous stories they covered at Mall of America and beyond. In his current career as a mental health therapist, Bryan shares how the dark, cold winter months can impact people in different ways. He shares techniques and strategies to navigate these challenges and where help can be found. 1:40 Brian shares the ‘big trip’ from Fargo was to Mall of America 2:00 Both guests share their careers in TV journalism 3:55 Memorable news stories from college journalism – winning a national Emmy award 5:30 Wacky reporter adventures 11:10 What it’s like to do early morning live-TV shots at Mall of America 13:00 How the cold, dark winter can impact mental health 16:35 It’s healthy to acknowledge that you aren’t feeling okay right now 17:30 Basic self-care can help someone who is struggling 21:45 If you’re aware of times that are tough (S.A.D.) how to prepare for and manage it 25:45 Quick questions for our guests To connect with Bryan through his clinic visit: https://stateofmindtherapy.com/. If you or someone you know is in mental health crisis call 988. Guests: Bryan Piatt, mental health therapist and former KARE 11 reporter; Laura Utecht, Sr. Director of Communications at Mall of America Hosts: Daniel Jasper Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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SMM Short 19: Love and Marriage at MOA 2:51

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Mall of America has played host to more than 10,000 weddings over the years. From a wedding in the shark tank at SEA LIFE Aquarium to couples getting married on the Pepsi Orange Streak roller coast so many of these unions were amazing memories. The Mall event built an ice castle one year and had couples getting married in the middle…it was beautiful and extremely cold! To hear the entire conversation check out So Much More Ep. 83: Cupid’s Guide to MOA Valentine’s Fun. Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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SMM Short 18: Amazing Date Night Ideas 1:59

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From silly, to romantic, to child-like idealism, this conversation discusses the wide array of date night options for those who have recently fell in love, to those who are celebrating decades with the love of their life. To hear the entire conversation check out So Much More Ep. 83: Cupid’s Guide to MOA Valentine’s Fun. Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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Ep. 83: Cupid's Guide to MOA Valentine's Fun 25:51

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Ep. 83: Cupid’s Guide to MOA Valentine’s Fun. In this episode, we dive into everything you need for the perfect Valentine’s Day at Mall of America! From unique gift ideas and delicious dining options to exciting attractions and fun memories of past Valentine’s celebrations. We cover it all! Whether you’re planning a romantic date, a fun outing with friends, or a family adventure, this episode is your guide to making the day extra special at MOA. 1:00 Retail fun facts about Valentine’s Day 1:55 The top five gift giving categories for Valentine’s Day 3:45 Great gift ideas for everyone 11:20 MOA dining options for Valentine’s Day 13:00 Great date ideas and experiences at MOA 15:49 We’ve had more than 10,000 weddings here. Dan tells us some of the memorable ones. 18:55 The Log Chute is now the Love Chute 19:50 MOA is hosting a special Valentine’s Day Swing Dance Night Feb. 14 20:38 Hosts and guests share their favorite love moments and Valentine’s Day memories For great gift and Valentine’s Day ideas, visit: https://mallofamerica.com/valentinesday Guests: Sara Rogers, MOA Trend Expert and Sara Johnson, MOA Integrated Marketing Director Hosts: Jill Renslow, Daniel Jasper Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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SMM Short 17: Being a Euro Bus Tour Guide 4:23

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John O’Sullivan, who grew up in Mankato, MN and went to St. John’s University, shares his personal and professional journey. He embarked on a 12-year overseas journey of self-discovery. During that time, he became a tour guide on a Euro Bus. During a six-week training period he got to visit many countries and learn to be a great tour guide and storyteller. To hear the entire conversation check out So Much More Ep. 82: John O’Sullivan One Minute Tours. Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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SMM Short 16: Starship 3000 2:04

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John O’Sullivan, famously known for his One Minute Tours on TikTok and other social media platforms shines during this episode. When asked for his favorite Mall of America memory, John’s eyes lit up. He immediately remembers Starship 3000, a laser-tag adventure from years ago at the Mall. His memory was it had a rotating spaceship and for his 12-year old self it was the eighth wonder of the world. To hear this story and more check out So Much More Ep. 82: John O’Sullivan One Minute Tours. Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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Ep. 82: John O’Sullivan One Minute Tours 30:38

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John O’Sullivan got his start as a tour guide as he says by being handed a microphone on a bus and starting to tell stories. He soon turned these stories into a TikTok sensation that he calls One Minute Tours. In this episode John tells us the secret to making these magical one minute videos, what makes a great tour guide and how he’s parlaying his love of storytelling into a longer format show on YouTube called The Hidden Middle. 1:31: From Mankato to Australia, how John fell into the art of being a great tour guide 7:55: John describes his favorite city, Berlin 11:55: How and why John made his first TikTok video and turned it into a video series 13:44: The trick to making a 1 minute video 19:38: How does John deal with negative comments and criticism on social media 22:09: John talks about his new YouTube project The Hidden Middle. 23:16: What makes the best story and tour? Authenticity and staying in the moment 27:50: John shares his favorite Mall of America stories and memories growing up near here. Guest: John O’Sullivan, One Minute Tours @oneminutetours www.oneminutetours.com Host: Daniel Jasper Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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Ep. 81: Kyle Potter, Thrifty Traveler 32:01

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What is the secret to getting great travel deals? Our guest, Kyle Potter, executive editor for Thrifty Traveler, a service that helps travelers travel more for less, shares his advice on how to find cheap flights…hint, it’s not a certain day of the week…travel hacks and how to choose the right travel rewards credit card. After having visited more than 30 countries and logging over 100,000 miles each year, Kyle has the inside track when it comes to travel. 2:35 Tips for booking travel during peak season 5:05: Is there a best day to book flights? Think best days to fly. 7:20: What is Thrifty Traveler and how do their free and premium subscription services work? 9:57: The silver bullet to saving on travel 11:40: The beauty of Minneapolis St. Paul International airport and it’s proximity to Mall of America 14:15: A Minnesota native, Kyle shares favorite memories of Mall of America 17:41: Kyle shares his favorite travel destination 20:52: How to navigate credit card travel rewards and choose the best one 25:00: Kyle shares his favorite travel hacks Guest: Kyle Potter, Executive Editor of Thrifty Traveler @thriftytraveler www.thriftytraveler.com Hosts: Daniel Jasper, Jill Renslow Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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Ep. 80: Amanda Brinkman Pursue Your Passion 27:55

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Guest, Amanda Brinkman, founder of Sunshine Studios and former marketing executive at Deluxe Corporation shares her advice on finding purpose and pursuing your passion. Starting her career in the corporate world led Amanda down several paths before as she says she took a sharp right turn and ran right into her passion—helping people find their passions and superpowers. In this episode, Amanda teaches us not how to ‘find’ our passion but how to identify our purpose through our superpowers. 2:00 Amanda’s career journey from corporate world to TED talks, TV and public speaking 4:22 The Small Business Revolution television show traveled across America highlighting 100 small businesses 6:22 Amanda’s favorite small business story; from paralegal to dream of opening a bridal boutique 9:38 Amanda’s journey to pursue her own passion. Her calling to help others 11:46 Making the ‘hard right turn’ to follow your dreams is scary 15:25 How do we ‘find’ our purpose. 17:44 How and why did Amanda create this event called the Purpose Pursuit and what is it 20:30 What are our superpowers and how do we find them? Guest: Amanda Brinkman CEO, Chief Creative Officer at Sunshine Studios @amandakbrinkman www.amandakbrinkman.com Hosts: Jill Renslow, Daniel Jasper Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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Ep. 79: 'ACTIVATE' Play at MOA 27:37

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Activate is a new interactive experience at Mall of America where guests (ages 6 and older) become players in their own video games. With 13 different rooms, guests can customize their experience and work alone or in groups to solve puzzles, shoot hoops, dodge laser beams and jump, roll around and play, get silly and have fun! 2:13: What is Activate 6:13: Come prepared …it’s a workout in disguise so bring tennis shoes, comfortable clothes and water! 7:50: Each room is a different game. In ‘PRESS’ guests run around and match colors and patterns by pressing buttons. 10:03: MEGA GRID: This room senses where you are stepping. It’s like playing Floor is Lava. 14:52: Activate is for school groups, dates, bachelor and bachelorette parties, families…anyone who wants to be active and have fun! 19:00: HOOPS: In this room guests answer trivia questions and shoot the basket they believe is the correct answer. 20:25: LASER ROOM: This is a fan favorite! Half the room is laser blasting games and the other half guests dodge lasers amongst and bit of haze. *Activate is located on the 3rd floor, East side of Mall of America. www.playactivate.com/mallofamerica Guests: Blake Telshaw, Activate Mall of America store manager. Hosts: Dan Jasper, Chris Grap and Sara Johnson Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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SMM Short 15: MN Aurora Supporting Women 1:56

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The MN Aurora FC soccer club supports women with enthusiasm throughout the organization. From leadership to kit designers, from coaches to players, the Aurora empowers and embraces women and all they have to offer. Andrea Yoch and MacKenzie Langdok from the MN Aurora FC share their stories in the world of women’s soccer. To hear the entire conversation check out So Much More Ep. 78: MN Aurora FC. For Community, By Community. Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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SMM Short 14: MN Aurora Getting Started 2:22

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What does it take to start a brand-new soccer team in Minnesota? How do you rally everyone to create a winning formula? And what is it like to start playing soccer at age 4 and become a professional soccer player? Andrea Yoch and MacKenzie Langdok from the MN Aurora FC share their stories in the world of women’s soccer. To hear the entire conversation check out So Much More Ep. 78: MN Aurora FC. For Community, By Community. Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.…

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