
Aspire for More with Erin
This podcast is designed to mentor, motivate and create momentum to support the Executive Directors in the senior living industry. The Executive Director role is one of the hardest roles to succeed in due to the constant demands of the expectations from residents, families, home (corporate) office and associates. It is the goal of the host, Erin Thompson, to create an interactive environment that allows active support and mentoring in the same place consistently. A safe and neutral space where the silly questions, the hard and emotional questions can be asked without fear.
Episodes
88 episodes
Why Investing in Yourself Matters with Rose Saenz
Unlocking Leadership Potential in Senior Living Through Coaching: Featuring Rose SignsIn this episode, Erin speaks with Rose Saenz, president and operations specialist at RevealSol, about the pivotal role of coaching in senior living le...
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47:40

Future Ready Leadership in Senior Living with Jenna Lacharity
In this episode, we explore the essential elements of leadership in senior living, focusing on service and empathy. Erin sits down with Jenna La Charity, Director of Sales and Marketing at Levante Senior Living and a professor at Al...
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39:59

Celebrating Care: The Power of Truly Being Seen with Lindsey Daugherty
The Power of Sage's Community-Centric TechnologyIn this episode, the Erin interviews Lindsay Daugherty, Head of Community at Sage, about how Sage is transforming the senior living experience through their innovative technology. The disc...
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Boundaries are Bridges to Keep the Good in and the Bad Out
The Power of Boundaries: Protecting Your Peace and Enhancing LeadershipIn this episode, we explore the essential role of boundaries in achieving sustainable success and effective leadership. Discussing why boundaries are crucial, Erin s...
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Real Talk about Relationships, Real Estate and Regulations inside Senior Living
Real Talk about Relationships, Real Estate and Regulations inside Senior LivingIn this episode, the host dives into the three core aspects of senior living: relationships, real estate, and regulations. Erin explores the importance of ba...
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Let's Talk About Money and Affording Senior Living
Planning and Financing Senior Care: Insights with Erin ThompsonIn this joint episode of the 'On the Mark Podcast and Financial Forum,' and Aspire for More with Erin podcast co-host and guest Erin Thompson and Mark Maimon discuss t...
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We Never Had Control but We Can Create Influence: a conversation w/ Chris Heinz
We Never Had Control but We Can Create InfluenceIn the first guest episode of 2025, Erin welcomes Chris Heinz, owner of Westport One, a talent and recruiting firm specializing in senior living leadership. Chris shares his extensive expe...
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What Gets in the Way Becomes the Way
Mastering Your Mindset: Transforming Obstacles into OpportunitiesIn this episode, the Erin dives into the power of mindset and the stories we tell ourselves, examining how these inner narratives shape our reality. Through personal anecd...
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We are focusing on the Wrong Things...Let's change that
The Power of Relationships in Senior Living LeadershipIn this solo episode, Erin reflects on the importance of relationships in senior living communities. Drawing from personal experiences, the Erin emphasizes that authenti...
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41:52

Reflecting on 2024 and Setting Intentions for 2025
Reflecting on 2024 and Setting Intentions for 2025In this solo episode, Erin reflects on the accomplishments and challenges of 2024, discussing important questions to evaluate personal growth and set intentions for the upcoming year. Sh...
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Caregiving and Connection With Traci Lamb
Empowering Caregivers with Tracy Lamb and Odessa ConnectIn this episode, Erin welcomes Traci Lamb, an international business development specialist for OdessaConnect, who shares her personal and professional caregiving journey. Traci di...
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Navigating Transitions: Leading Senior Care with Compassion and Strategy
Seamless Transitions: Managing Moves in Senior LivingIn this episode of 'Aspire for More with Erin,' host Erin discusses feedback from listeners and dives into the sensitive topic of transitioning residents from assisted living to memor...
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36:26

Leading with Safety in Mind a conversation with Steve Groth
4 Key Business Drivers in Senior Living: Impact of Reducing Employee InjuriesThis episode explores four critical business drivers in the senior living industry that can be significantly improved by minimizing employee injuries.S...
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Unlocking Significance inside Senior Living with Cheri Orcutt
In this episode of the 'Aspire for More with Erin' podcast, Erin sits down with Cheri Orcutt, founder of the Build Community and a seasoned dementia educator and leadership trainer coach. They discuss the essence of leadership in the senior liv...
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Lets Talk about Leads and Call Centers with Danny Leonhardt
Innovations in Senior Living Lead Management with Danny LinhartIn this episode of the 'Aspire for More with Erin' podcast, Erin interviews Danny Linhart, CEO of Lead Genie, a company focusing on contact center and lead management soluti...
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What Holistic Healthcare Looks Like in Senior living according to Dr. Rocky Samuel, MD
The True Value of Holistic Primary CareThis episode discusses the importance and benefits of holistic medicine within primary care. It emphasizes that value-based care is more cost-effective than the current fragmented healthcare system...
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39:59

Building a Better Future in Senior Living a Conversation on Change & Sustainability with Paige Hoffman
This episode explores the concept of 'slowing down to speed up' as a necessary component in achieving sustainable progress. The speaker shares personal experiences of confronting delays in project implementation, stressing the importanc...
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