What does it take to become the best version of yourself—both personally and professionally? This week on Real Talk with Jill & Tia, we’re joined by Steve Sorenson of Johnsonville, who believes that growth happens through experiences, mentorship, and intentional choices. He’ll challenge us to think about how we spend each day of our lives and what we’re truly working toward. Learning alone isn’t enough—success comes from application. Join us as we explore how to take ownership of our growth, dev...

This episode of Real Talk with Jill & Tia, we hosted Chelsea Tyus, PhD, for an inspiring discussion on leadership evolution. Chelsea shares her journey from middle management to visionary leadership, highlighting how she transitioned from task-focused roles to strategic decision-making. 🌟

Gain insights on how she built influence across cross-functional teams and earned trust at every level, plus tips on networking, mentorship, and personal growth to accelerate your own career. Whether you’re l...

Lean into this transformative conversation with Becky Wills, a passionate advocate for the power of life writing. Becky’s approach creates a safe, supportive space where writing becomes a journey of self-discovery, healing, and authentic expression. She believes that reflecting on our experiences through writing builds the kind of self-awareness essential for inspiring leadership. Plus, storytelling is one of the most powerful tools leaders can use to connect and motivate others. 

Whether you'r...

Join us for an inspiring session on "Real Talk with Jill & Tia" as we welcome food safety expert Morrine Omolo! 🎙️ Morrine blends deep technical expertise in microbial food safety with the practical communication skills that keep food safety cultures thriving. She’ll dive into the essential qualities of resilience, agility, and the ability to rebound after unexpected events 🛠️🌟—skills that help organizations adapt and lead through any challenge. 

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how thes...

🌟 Tune in to the next episode of "Real Talk with Jill & Tia" as we welcome the remarkable Angela Pumo, affectionately known as "Everyone's Godmother." Angela is renowned for her passionate commitment to connecting and serving others with dignity, respect, and empathy. Join us as she shares her insights on building meaningful relationships and fostering a compassionate workplace culture.

🗣️ Engage with us in this heartfelt discussion, and discover how you can apply Angela's principles to improve...

🌟 On this episode of "Real Talk with Jill & Tia", we delve into the art of forming better relationships with your employees, featuring our special guest, Sam Peña. Discover the strategies and insights that can help cultivate a positive and productive work environment within the food and beverage industry.

💡 Sam brings a unique blend of expertise and practical wisdom to the discussion, offering actionable tips and approaches for building trust, fostering communication, and enhancing collaboratio...

🍽️ Get ready for a mind-bending exploration on the next episode of Real Talk Food Safety with Jill & Tia as we dive into the intriguing realm of the "Hedonic Treadmill." Join us for a fascinating discussion that unravels the concept suggesting that, much like a treadmill, our pursuit of happiness never quite stops, but rather resets to a baseline. How does this phenomenon impact professionals in the dynamic world of food and beverage?

🌟 Discover why the Hedonic Treadmill may be influencing your...

Sometimes in leadership roles, we need to be able to pivot and change direction. That’s especially true when we work in the food industry!  The question is: how exactly do we regroup and change our mindset and attitude to ensure success?  It’s simple -by changing our questions, we can change our mindset, and get on the right path.   Learn how to change your questions and become a better leader as we talk with our special guest, Christine Alvarado!  

Learn more in THIS episode of Real Talk Food ...

It’s Thursday mid-morning.  You’re at work busy [insert your favorite FSQ activity] and production seems to be running smoothly.   Your mind keeps drifting to the last few things you need to get ready for this weekend: pack food, put camp chairs in the truck, grab bug spray. 

It’s been months since there’s been a ‘no production’ weekend, and last week the complex manager announced NO PRODUCTION for this weekend.  Last Thursday and Friday, the energy in the plant was like everyone won the lot...

Congrats to me.  Yep.  To me!

Anyone who knows me personally will understand why I am congratulating myself.  You see, I was that driver who proudly displayed the “0.0” sticker in their back car window, and NOW, I’ve just completed a half marathon.  

Here’s why I’m congratulating myself.  In about 20 years, there’s been only a handful of times I haven’t been to the gym multiple times during the week to do some type of strength and/or conditioning program.  In the past 12 years I’ve almost excl...