Podcast Guest, Allison S. Weiss: Embracing Transformation: Words of the Year and Building Community in 2025 | ReImagining Community with Garland
In this episode of Reimagining Community, host Garland Fuller dives into a vibrant and thought-provoking conversation with Marissa Garza, her systems strategist and podcast producer, and Allison Weiss, founder of CRE Recruiting. Together, they explore the transformative power of words, rituals, and intentional community-building for 2025.
From their chosen Words of the Year to their professional goals, the discussion unpacks how reflection and connection pave the way for personal and collective growth. Tune in as they share plans to amplify women's voices in commercial real estate, create sanctuary spaces for introspection, and inspire intentional living.
This episode is packed with actionable insights and heartfelt reflections to help you reimagine what community and transformation can look like in the year ahead.
Episode Highlights:
00:00 | Welcome to Reimagining Community
00:58 | Introducing Marissa and Allison
03:01 | New Year Reflections and Rituals
04:02 | Words of the Year: Anchor, Weave, Elevate
06:19 | Words of the Year: Impact and Transformation
09:32 | Words of the Year: Release
13:18 | Creative Practices for the New Year
23:13 | Easing into the New Year
23:57 | Manifesting Projects and Goals
24:37 | Addressing Gender Disparity in Real Estate
26:45 | Empowering Women in Commercial Real Estate
29:12 | Personal Reflections and Career Transitions
32:10 | Building Community and Connection
35:54 | Exploring New Ventures and Passions
42:15 | Reimagining Community and Personal Growth
46:33 | Theme Songs for 2025
48:15 | Wrapping Up and Call to Action
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Garland Fuller: Newsletter - https://prodigious-designer-8603.kit.com/2998145cf6 // Website: www.garlandfuller.com
Marissa Garza: Website - www.marissagarza.com
Allison Weiss: @allisonweiss on LinkedIn and Instagram
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Featured on ReImagining Community Podcast, posted 1/22/2025